RNZ: Students question university affordability after government scraps fees-free scheme
RNZ: Students question university affordability after government scraps fees-free scheme
Some University of Auckland students are questioning whether they can afford to continue their studies, after the government has announced it is scrapping the fees-free university scheme.
“I don’t speak for every student here, but I would not be surprised if a lot of students felt like leaving,” Joseph told RNZ.
“I was hoping it could be free, but I guess I’m more motivated now to make some money again.”
On Friday, Winston Peters revealed it would be scrapped in the upcoming Budget.
Finance Minister Nicola Willis later confirmed that to RNZ.
