The only reason they get instate tuition rates is because the state pays all of it in the first place, so when they make their student loans, it costs less. Just moved from California, so I know something about that.
I went to college in Texas. I was a resident. I paid “in-state” tuition. It was not free or paid for by the state. I paid for it myself. It’s a discount. That’s all. The schools offer in-state rates instead of the insanely high and unreasonable out of state rates so they have full classrooms. I don’t think the state of texas re-imburses the schools for the difference.
Not everyone that goes to school - takes out a loan.
In-State in California may be much different.
They have to pay the tuition. (In Texas)
Keep in mind that the 12-16K who qualify under the in-state tuition law are undocumented and documented immigrants.
The approx. amount paid by the above runs $ 30 million/year.
That is what they PAY.
Now some do get approved for aid. The amount of aid for the above mentioned 12-16K students is between
$ 10million and $ 20 million/year.
So Texas Universities come out ahead approx.
$ 10 million to $ 20 million per year.
And also, everyone in Texas including illegals pay taxes because we have a sales tax here but no income tax.
So, everyone in Texas pays taxes when they purchase most anything except food and Bibles. Legal, illegal, immigrant, Texas natives, Texas move-in or anyone visiting from anywhere.