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Frozen!Budgets in the Time of Tuition Stability

The system received $100 million in new money from the state

First increase in appropriations since 2008

$78 million to FREEZE tuition for two years◦ 2013-2014◦ 2014-2015

Why this year is different:

Fees matter

Where money is spent matters

Facilities matter

Planning matters

Frozen! So why consult?

Annual process Restricted by:

◦ State Appropriation◦ Enrollment◦ Personnel◦ Cost of programming◦ Chancellor◦ Board action

How is budget set?

Follows the legislative calendar Board approves in summer

When is tuition set?

Student input Materials Q and A Discussion Consultation letter

What is required?

Revenue sources are restricted Funding per student still down Bargaining agreements

◦ $17 million one-time money Other inflationary costs

Challenges:

Budget outlook Enrollment projections Cuts made/proposed Reserves Fee change scenarios Online rates Course/program differentials

What you need to know:

Several meetings Ask questions, discuss as a senate Ask for scenarios Follow checklist

Best Practices:

Consult early and often Know consultation policy Have a plan Ask why

Best Practices:

Fall-April: Campus consultationLate April: Consultation letters due June: Board approval of operating

budget, including tuition and fees

Timeline

MUST comment on process MAY comment on the proposal Use your own words Be thoughtful, professional, and honest Share with others Ask for help

The Letter

Toolkit MSCSA

Resources: