California State University: ‘no plans to reduce’ fall tuition despite keeping classes online

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"The nearly 500,000 students enrolled in the California State University system’s 23 campuses should expect to pay full price for tuition this fall.

A spokeswoman for the system told The College Fix via email that tuition is expected to remain at the regular price despite the system’s decision to remain virtual for the fall 2020 semester.

‘There are no plans to reduce tuition and campus-based mandatory fees at this time,’ said CSU spokeswoman Toni Molle. ‘One of the benefits of announcing our planning now is to allow for additional professional development opportunities for faculty and staff over the summer which lead to the best possible learning experience that we can provide for students.’" …

https://www.thecollegefix.com/california-state-university-no-plans-to-reduce-fall-tuition-despite-keeping-classes-online/

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Inaccurate reporting. CSUs mostly serve a lower to middle income student demographic, where 80% of students receive financial aid, including a substantial percentage whose financial aid covers tuition.

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The Cal State in-state tuition prices are already similar to completely online tuition prices like U of Phoenix and ASU Online, so why would anyone expect a reduction in tuition?

And yes, many get a good chunk of their tuition covered by fin aid.