Diaz Valdez described Bucky's Tuition Promise, Badger Promise and the Wisconsin Tribal Education Promise Grant, saying families with household incomes under $65,000 may qualify for full tuition coverage at UW–Madison and that FAFSA completion is required.

President Marlene Trump said UVM will make tuition free for families with incomes under $125,000 and highlighted Pell, first‑generation and post‑graduation employment statistics as evidence of the university's commitment to access and student outcomes.

Minnesota students face financial aid cuts, risking access to higher education and degree completion.

The board voted 5-0 to launch a college readiness course for incoming freshmen.

Karen Kim advocates for House Bill 251278 highlighting its importance for first generation students.

Superintendent Davis told the committee the school and UMass Lowell received an early‑college designation from the Commonwealth; the pilot grew to 244 students with more than 300 expected next year and an increase in advanced‑course participation to 88.6%.

Board endorses contract to support first-generation college students through George Mason's program.