"North Dakota Universities Brace for Impact of Minnesota's Free Tuition Plan"
North Dakota university leaders are concerned about the potential negative impact of Minnesota's plan to offer free tuition to its residents at public colleges and universities starting in 2024. They estimate that around 15,000 to 20,000 Minnesota students per year could take advantage of the program, resulting in an estimated $8.4 million loss in tuition and fees for North Dakota institutions in the first year alone. North Dakota colleges and universities currently attract a significant number of Minnesota students, and the loss of these students could have "catastrophic implications." While other neighboring states have not expressed the same concerns, North Dakota officials are considering their options and exploring potential responses to the situation.