No more easy money for Florida universities - Dave Breitenstein, News-Press

gone are the days when “just because” is a valid reason to raise tuition at Florida universities. Institutions also will not be receiving state appropriations solely based on enrollment, reputation or political clout. Starting in fall 2013, the Florida Board of Governors will use a performance-based funding formula that rewards schools that net the best results and satisfy their core mission. The formula still is under development, but likely will take into account graduation and retention rates, job-placement data for graduates, efforts to reduce student debt and other factors. State Chancellor Frank Brogan said the framework will include the university system’s strategic plan, annual accountability report and university work plans that detail specific goals and challenges.one are the days when “just because” is a valid reason to raise tuition at Florida universities. Institutions also will not be receiving state appropriations solely based on enrollment, reputation or political clout. State Chancellor Frank Brogan said the framework will include the university system’s strategic plan, annual accountability report and university work plans that detail specific goals and challenges. http://www.news-press.com/article/20120910/NEWS0104/309100015/0/youthsports/No-more-easy-money-by-raising-tuition-Florida-universities