Temple University will not raise base tuition next year for undergrads. And that holds true for both in-state and out-of-state students.
The school released a statement today announcing a tuition freeze and a boost to financial aid.
"Rising student debt is one of the major issues facing this nation today," Board of Trustees Chairman Patrick J. O'Connor was quoted in the statement. "Temple is committed to being a national leader in the effort to offer an affordable quality education."
The base tuition for undergraduate in-state students stays at $13,006 for 2012-13.
O'Connor said that the university will also make an additional $8 million in financial aid available to students.
The decision to keep tuition costs steady came after lawmakers gave final approval to the budget, which assures that Temple will get nearly $140 million from the state.
Next week the school releases a full list of tuition rates on this website. Look for it July 2.
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This is the first time since 1995, that Temple has not raised tuition, according to Philly.com.
