Higher Education
Convinced that education is the most important investment a state can make in its people, Gov. Perry has strived to ensure that Texas institutions of higher education are providing students the best chance at a better life. An unwavering focus on the core themes of accountability, affordability, and accessibility has made higher education available to more Texans, preparing them for entry into our booming state economy.
Areas Of Focus
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Higher-Ed Accountability
It is a sad truth that government and the organizations it funds can retreat into a culture of entitlement, excess and inefficiency. Gov. Perry has worked hard to hold these organizations accountable, to ensure they are providing constituents the best possible value for the tax dollars they receive and spend.
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Affordability
Recent studies show that the majority of jobs in the new economy require a college degree, yet the cost of higher education continues to climb. In order to make this essential education available to more Texans, Gov. Perry has advocated for increases in financial aid and the addition of new work-study programs.
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Accessibility
Accessibility reform has been a top priority for Governor Perry during his 20 years of public service. He has worked to increase state spending on higher education by nearly $5.3 billion in the last six years and has proposed targeted incentives tied to achievement in the classroom.
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