Five bachelor’s degrees at the University of Texas of the Permian Basin got a new price tag of $10,000 Wednesday when the UT System board of regents approved the Texas Science Scholar Program. The program was developed in response to Gov. Rick Perry’s challenge for a “$10,000 degree” during his 2011 State of the State address.
One year of study currently costs students in these majors $6,452, totaling $25,808 for four years. Beginning in August, UTPB students interested in studying chemistry, computer science, geology, information systems or mathematics can work toward a bachelor’s degree for only $2,500 a year. “We’re excited about the program and think it’ll be a great way to gain the best, brightest science students in Texas,” said William Fannin, provost and vice president for academic affairs. “We hope it’ll allow more Texans to get to know UTPB and what we have to offer.”
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