Tuition Zero program receives coverage in Iowa media

Cornell College announced its new initiative, Tuition Zero, on Oct. 1, 2024, and many Iowa news outlets covered the story.

The (Cedar Rapids) Gazette published a front page article, KCRG produced a story, AM 600 WMT interviewed Director of Admission Drew Shradel on its morning show, and the Corridor Business Journal included Tuition Zero in its coverage. 

Tuition Zero creates tuition-free opportunities for Iowa students by building off the state’s need-based grant program–The Iowa Tuition Grant (ITG). 

The ITG is typically awarded to Iowans enrolled at one of the state’s private colleges or universities and who have a household income of less than $100,000. Students file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine eligibility based on financial need.

To reduce confusion around college costs and simplify the funding process, the Tuition Zero program makes the math simple. When a student qualifies for the ITG, Cornell meets the remainder of their tuition need.