BY MICHAEL CROUCHLEY & HANNAH JOHNSON
Collin College to keep current tuition rates for fall 2026 semester Collin College students can expect their tuition prices to remain the same after college leaders approved next year’s tuition rates. The college’s board of trustees approved the tuition rates during a March 24 meeting. “I am proud to work with a board that priori- tizes keeping college costs manageable,” District President Neil Matkin said in a March 25 news release. “College degrees open many doors for our students, but they must be able to afford to com- plete their education. By maintaining low tuition rates, we are helping them achieve their goals.” A closer look The college’s in-district tuition rate is the lowest in the state. Collin College serves approximately 60,000
PISD rolls out virtual learning opportunities Applications for Plano ISD’s new Virtual Academy Program are now open. The district’s board of trustees received an update on the program from PISD Director of Expanded Learning Pathways Stacy Single- ton during an April 7 meeting. “To stay competitive, our district does need to move to this type of model,” trustee Elisa Klein said. “Just having the option to do this is great for families.” The gist The program will introduce a fully virtual and hybrid learning option for PISD students starting next school year, according to the presentation. The virtual courses will be “fully aligned” with state standards, Singleton said. Applications close on April 30.
Tuition costs The college’s rates will remain the same for fall 2026.
Type of student
Cost per credit hour
Collin County residents non Collin County residents out-of-state or out-of-country residents
$67 $127
$202
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credit and continuing education students annually and offers more than 200 degrees and certificates, the release states. The college system offers several bachelor-level programs, including a new Bachelor of Applied Technology in Software Development. “Collin College is committed to providing afford- able and impactful education to our students,” board Chair Jay Saad said in the release. “By keeping tuition rates low, we ensure that higher education remains accessible to all members of our community, regardless of their educational goals.”
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