University of California hikes tuition amid Trump funding uncertainty

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The University of California Board of Regents on Wednesday approved a 5% annual tuition increase for new undergraduates starting in 2026, despite protests across all nine campuses.

The plan locks in tuition for incoming students for up to six years. The hike has drawn strong opposition, with students citing affordability concerns and cuts to financial aid. 

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