They raised tuition here at The University of Oklahoma but we didn't get any bleeding heart stories from The Oklahoman. They gave plenty of notice and we are still on of the best bargains in the Big 12 and the Country. Students from out of state (except Texas) can get a cheaper tuition rate here as out of state then they can in their own in-state universities. It is the same with Texas universities -- tuition is reasonable for out-of-state students as well!
I have two kids at OU and they both received Heritage Scholarships to offset part of the increased tuition. Still a great bargain for the education they are receiving.
Reminded me of being in CA when they actually started charging a small tuition for the Junior Colleges like $50 and they got up in arms they couldn't afford it. If you want an college education, you will find a way!
My two cents!
I'm in that income group that totally disqualifies us from any financial assistance, but not fortunate enough to be in the higher income group where I don't care.
It's not as if I was surprised that my son would attend college, and we've been saving for this for years.