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  • How will Emory & Henry’s 50% tuition cut affect local families?

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• Emory & Henry lowers tuition by 50% (bjournal.com) — Emory & Henry University in Emory is slashing its listed undergraduate tuition by 50% starting in fall 2026, bringing the sticker price closer to what students actually pay after aid. President Lou Fincher says the change aims to boost access for local and regional families, strengthen transfer pathways with nearby community colleges, and support workforce-focused programs that keep talent in Southwest Virginia.
   

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