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Middlesex College proposes modest tuition and fee increases for 2026–27
Summary
At a Feb. 5 required hearing, Dr. McCormick presented a budget overview and proposed raising in‑county tuition by $2 to $128 per credit, modest increases to out‑of‑county and out‑of‑state rates, and small per‑credit fee increases; trustees expressed support and the hearing was closed with exhibits entered into evidence.
Dr. McCormick presented Middlesex College’s proposed tuition and fee changes for the 2026–27 academic year at a required public hearing on Feb. 5, 2026. The administration recommended raising in‑county tuition by $2 per credit to $128 and modestly increasing out‑of‑county and out‑of‑state tuition. Trustees who spoke voiced support for the approach and praised the college’s affordability.
The presentation framed the proposals as part of the college’s operating budget planning and compliance with the statute that requires an annual tuition‑and‑fee hearing. Dr. McCormick said personnel costs — salaries, pensions and benefits — make up the largest share of projected expenses, and that state and county support cover only part of…
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