University of Nebraska board approves 2026–27 operating budget with CPI-based tuition adjustment
Jun 18, 2026
The Board of Regents approved the university's 2026–27 operating budget, including a CPI-based tuition adjustment averaging 4.25% that university officials say will generate roughly $24 million; the measure passed after extensive debate and two no votes on affordability concerns.
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The Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska approved the system'wide 2026'27 operating budget on June 18, voting to authorize a CPI-tied tuition adjustment averaging 4.25% and a budget plan university leaders say balances modest revenue gains with $8 million in campus reductions.
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