# Tuition on The No Agenda Show

Tuition comes up in 23 chapters across 23 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2008 to August 2024.

- **Chapters:** 23
- **Episodes:** 23
- **Discussed:** December 2008 – August 2024
- **Related topics:** [Student Loans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-loans.md), [University Of California](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/university-of-california.md), [Bernie Sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [Higher Education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/higher-education.md), [Education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md), [Harvard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harvard.md), [International Students](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-students.md), [Janet Napolitano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-napolitano.md), [United Kingdom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-kingdom.md), [Amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 23

### British University Budget Deficits, International Student Decline

- **Episode:** [1686: Publical](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1686-publical.md)
- **Published:** 2024-08-15
- **Time:** 2:38:17–2:42:45
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1686-publical/chapter/british-university-budget-deficits-international-student-decline.md

Nearly 40% of British universities are facing significant budget deficits due to a sharp decline in international student enrollments. Recent visa policy changes that prevent students from bringing family members have been blamed for the drop in high-tuition-paying foreign nationals. The UK government is reportedly considering mergers and state-backed loans to prevent the collapse of prestigious higher education institutions.

Keywords: [united kingdom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-kingdom.md), [universities](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/universities.md), [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md), [international students](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-students.md), [tuition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tuition.md)

### Mexican Student Tuition and AOC Fart Rumors

- **Episode:** [1599: Drop the Op](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1599-drop-the-op.md)
- **Published:** 2023-10-15
- **Time:** 3:00:13–3:02:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1599-drop-the-op/chapter/mexican-student-tuition-and-aoc-fart-rumors.md

A new California law allows low-income Mexican residents living near the border to attend state community colleges at in-state tuition rates. The hosts also address the "most emailed clip" of the week, which allegedly shows Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez flatulating during a speech. They lament that such trivialities often overshadow serious news.

Keywords: [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [mexico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mexico.md), [tuition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tuition.md), [aoc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aoc.md), [viral clips](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viral-clips.md), [education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md)

### Higher Education Costs, John C. Dvorak's Career History

- **Episode:** [1500: No Evidence](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence.md)
- **Published:** 2023-03-15
- **Time:** 2:17:27–2:24:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/higher-education-costs-john-c-dvorak-s-career-history.md

John C. Dvorak recounts his time at UC Berkeley, where he worked summer jobs at a Kaiser aluminum can factory and Trailmobile to pay for school. He describes the "ingot" punching process for early extruded aluminum cans and offers advice to students on navigating the workforce. The hosts contrast the low cost of education in the 1960s with the current student loan crisis.

Keywords: university of california berkeley, kaiser aluminum, [trailmobile](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trailmobile.md), [tuition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tuition.md), [student loans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-loans.md)

### College Waiting Lists, Tuition Scarcity Marketing

- **Episode:** [1338: Forever Wars](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1338-forever-wars.md)
- **Published:** 2021-04-15
- **Time:** 20:29–21:22
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1338-forever-wars/chapter/college-waiting-lists-tuition-scarcity-marketing.md

CBS reported on the prevalence of college waiting lists, advising students to remain hopeful for admission. The segment interprets these waiting lists as a marketing ploy designed to create artificial scarcity and justify high tuition costs despite declining demand.

Keywords: [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [college admissions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/college-admissions.md), [tuition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tuition.md), [higher education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/higher-education.md), [marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketing.md)

### British Universities Accused of Money Laundering

- **Episode:** [1325: Leapicide](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1325-leapicide.md)
- **Published:** 2021-02-28
- **Time:** 2:39:13–2:41:00
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1325-leapicide/chapter/british-universities-accused-of-money-laundering.md

At least 49 British universities are under scrutiny for allowing students from high-risk countries to pay millions in tuition fees using cash. Financial specialists suggest this practice serves as a "welcome mat" for kleptocrats and facilitates large-scale money laundering.

Keywords: [united kingdom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-kingdom.md), [money laundering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/money-laundering.md), [tuition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tuition.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [daily mail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daily-mail.md)

### Financial Mechanics of Chinese Grants to U.S. Universities

- **Episode:** [1261: Infodemic](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1261-infodemic.md)
- **Published:** 2020-07-19
- **Time:** 57:23–59:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1261-infodemic/chapter/financial-mechanics-of-chinese-grants-to-u-s-universities.md

The Hanban provides approximately $150,000 in annual grants to host universities, covering operating costs and providing free textbooks. Because the Chinese government pays teacher salaries directly, universities can offer credit-bearing classes at almost no cost while charging students full tuition. This financial arrangement often leads to university presidents receiving lavish treatment during speaking tours in China.

Keywords: hanban, [grants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grants.md), [tuition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tuition.md), university presidents, [textbooks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/textbooks.md)

### University Reopening Challenges, Tuition and Online Learning

- **Episode:** [1259: Do The Work](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1259-do-the-work.md)
- **Published:** 2020-07-12
- **Time:** 27:51–30:47
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1259-do-the-work/chapter/university-reopening-challenges-tuition-and-online-learning.md

The debate over reopening schools distinguishes between K-12 education and major universities like Harvard and Yale. White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany has questioned why students are required to pay full tuition for remote learning via Zoom. The financial stability of these institutions is at risk as the "fly-by-wire" education model diminishes the traditional value of the university experience.

Keywords: [harvard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harvard.md), [yale](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yale.md), [higher education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/higher-education.md), [tuition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tuition.md), zoom classes

### Brexit Legislation and Parliamentary Traditions

- **Episode:** [964: 6th Mass Extinction](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/964-6th-mass-extinction.md)
- **Published:** 2017-09-14
- **Time:** 2:08:14–2:12:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/964-6th-mass-extinction/chapter/brexit-legislation-and-parliamentary-traditions.md

The UK Parliament passes a key Brexit bill with a 326 to 290 vote, granting the government authority to break away from EU laws. The discussion returns to the "breaking point" of the British economy and the high levels of debt faced by English graduates. The hosts explain the significance of the "Unlock!" command in the House of Commons as a remnant of historical security protocols.

Keywords: [brexit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brexit.md), [house of commons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-of-commons.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [tuition fees](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tuition-fees.md), [labor party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/labor-party.md)

### University Tuition Fees and Safe Space Culture

- **Episode:** [830: Tool Followers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/830-tool-followers.md)
- **Published:** 2016-06-04
- **Time:** 11:27–12:12
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/830-tool-followers/chapter/university-tuition-fees-and-safe-space-culture.md

The rise of "safe space" culture in university systems is attributed to the high cost of tuition fees. It is argued that because students pay significant amounts for their education, administrations feel pressured to knuckle under to student demands to protect their financial interests.

Keywords: university tuition, [safe spaces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/safe-spaces.md), collective unconscious, [higher education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/higher-education.md), [student demands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-demands.md)

### Student Loan Debt, University Corruption

- **Episode:** [815: Political Perp Walk](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/815-political-perp-walk.md)
- **Published:** 2016-04-10
- **Time:** 2:22:31–2:24:41
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/815-political-perp-walk/chapter/student-loan-debt-university-corruption.md

New data indicates that 40% of federal student loan borrowers are behind on payments or in default. The class of 2015 is identified as the most indebted in U.S. history, with an average debt of $35,000. The hosts argue that universities are part of a "scheme" to steal money and suggest that the government should forgive these debts rather than funding overseas reconstruction.

Keywords: [student loans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-loans.md), [tuition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tuition.md), default rates, class of 2015, [debt forgiveness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debt-forgiveness.md)

### Bernie Sanders, College Education Costs, University Spending

- **Episode:** [794: Party Boat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/794-party-boat.md)
- **Published:** 2016-01-28
- **Time:** 1:40–7:04
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/794-party-boat/chapter/bernie-sanders-college-education-costs-university-spending.md

Bernie Sanders proposed making public colleges tuition-free during a televised town hall, prompting a discussion on the rising costs of higher education. The hosts criticize the University of California Berkeley and President Janet Napolitano for administrative bloat and expensive new construction. Allegations are made regarding universities funneling money into political campaigns, specifically citing a million-dollar contribution to Barack Obama.

Keywords: [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), university of california berkeley, college tuition, [janet napolitano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-napolitano.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [education reform](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education-reform.md)

### University Tuition, Wealth Tax, Larry David SNL

- **Episode:** [766: Cyber Soldiers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/766-cyber-soldiers.md)
- **Published:** 2015-10-18
- **Time:** 1:16:42–1:21:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/766-cyber-soldiers/chapter/university-tuition-wealth-tax-larry-david-snl.md

A discussion on the feasibility of free university tuition and the implementation of a wealth tax. The segment also mentions Larry David's portrayal of Bernie Sanders on Saturday Night Live.

Keywords: [tuition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tuition.md), [wealth tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wealth-tax.md), [larry david](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/larry-david.md), [snl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snl.md), [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md)

### Bernie Sanders and Student Loan Debt for Nurses

- **Episode:** [747: Heteronormative](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/747-heteronormative.md)
- **Published:** 2015-08-13
- **Time:** 1:27:22–1:30:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/747-heteronormative/chapter/bernie-sanders-and-student-loan-debt-for-nurses.md

Bernie Sanders is gaining significant support from healthcare professionals by promising to make public colleges tuition-free and eliminate student debt. He argues that the current system unfairly penalizes those entering essential fields like nursing and dentistry with enormous financial burdens.

Keywords: [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [nurses](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nurses.md), [student loans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-loans.md), [tuition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tuition.md), [healthcare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/healthcare.md)

### Janet Napolitano, University of California Tuition Protests

- **Episode:** [706: Scrub In!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/706-scrub-in.md)
- **Published:** 2015-03-22
- **Time:** 1:05:14–1:11:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/706-scrub-in/chapter/janet-napolitano-university-of-california-tuition-protests.md

University of California President Janet Napolitano apologized after an open microphone caught her referring to student protesters' displays as "crap" during a regents' meeting. The students were protesting a proposed 5% annual tuition increase over five years, with some stripping to their underwear to highlight "student debt." Napolitano claimed the comment was directed at the nature of the protest rather than the students themselves.

Keywords: [janet napolitano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-napolitano.md), [university of california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/university-of-california.md), tuition hike, [student debt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-debt.md), [open mic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-mic.md)

### Quebec Election Shooting and Student Protest Influence

- **Episode:** [441: Poison Wheat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/441-poison-wheat.md)
- **Published:** 2012-09-06
- **Time:** 28:28–33:11
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/441-poison-wheat/chapter/quebec-election-shooting-and-student-protest-influence.md

A shooting during Pauline Marois' victory speech in Quebec is analyzed as a potential flashpoint for English-French tensions in Canada. The analysis suggests the election results were heavily influenced by student voters who successfully campaigned against tuition fee increases proposed by the Liberal party.

Keywords: [quebec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quebec.md), pauline marois, [montreal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/montreal.md), [separatism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/separatism.md), [student protests](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-protests.md), [tuition fees](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tuition-fees.md)

### College Tuition Inflation and Student Loan Scams

- **Episode:** [398: Zombie Gun](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/398-zombie-gun.md)
- **Published:** 2012-04-08
- **Time:** 1:10:22–1:14:55
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/398-zombie-gun/chapter/college-tuition-inflation-and-student-loan-scams.md

Citing a report by John Stossel, the hosts discuss the 750% increase in college tuition over the last 30 years, which far outpaces general inflation and healthcare costs. They argue that government aid and student loan programs have incentivized universities to gouge students. The hosts jokingly propose starting their own "Curry Dvorak College" to offer an alternative.

Keywords: [john stossel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-stossel.md), college tuition, [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [student loans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-loans.md), [harvard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harvard.md)

### Student Loan Interest Rates Set to Double

- **Episode:** [377: Cleanest Dirty Shirt](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt.md)
- **Published:** 2012-01-26
- **Time:** 15:33–19:37
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/student-loan-interest-rates-set-to-double.md

Student loan interest rates are projected to double from 3.4% to 6.8% in July 2012 due to the expiration of a 2007 provision. This increase occurs despite Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke's commitment to near-zero interest rates through 2014. The discrepancy between cheap money for banks and high rates for students is identified as a potential new financial crisis.

Keywords: [student loans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-loans.md), [interest rates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/interest-rates.md), [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), tuition debt

### UC Davis Chancellor Linda Katehi and University Business Models

- **Episode:** [359: First Buddy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/359-first-buddy.md)
- **Published:** 2011-11-24
- **Time:** 50:27–52:42
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/359-first-buddy/chapter/uc-davis-chancellor-linda-katehi-and-university-business-models.md

The hosts criticize UC Davis Chancellor Linda Katehi, alleging that a confrontation with a student regarding the 1973 Greek protests was a "shill" setup. They discuss the University of California's business model, arguing that the system prioritizes high-tuition international students over Californians and that the pepper-spray scandal is a major blow to their "brand."

Keywords: linda katehi, [uc davis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uc-davis.md), [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), [tuition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tuition.md), [international students](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-students.md)

### No Agenda Shots, Kickstarter Tuition Project, Rhino the Bearded

- **Episode:** [269: Time Warner Sucks](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/269-time-warner-sucks.md)
- **Published:** 2011-01-13
- **Time:** 1:08:24–1:10:46
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/269-time-warner-sucks/chapter/no-agenda-shots-kickstarter-tuition-project-rhino-the-bearded.md

Rhino the Bearded is highlighted for his work producing "No Agenda Shots," which are short video and audio clips of the program. A Kickstarter project has been launched to help fund Rhino's school tuition so he can continue producing these clips rather than taking a part-time job. The show pledges to contribute a portion of its donations to support this community-driven effort.

Keywords: [rhino the bearded](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rhino-the-bearded.md), [no agenda shots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-shots.md), [kickstarter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kickstarter.md), [open source](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-source.md), [tuition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tuition.md)

### London Student Riots Over Tuition Fee Increases

- **Episode:** [260: Madoff has left the building](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/260-madoff-has-left-the-building.md)
- **Published:** 2010-12-12
- **Time:** 48:42–53:16
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/260-madoff-has-left-the-building/chapter/london-student-riots-over-tuition-fee-increases.md

Thousands of students in London protest against a government plan to triple university tuition fees from £3,000 to £9,000. Protesters broke into the Treasury building on Whitehall while MPs voted on the measure, which passed with a narrow majority. The hosts discuss the privatization of student loans and the increasing financial burden placed on the "human resources" of the United Kingdom.

Keywords: [london riots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london-riots.md), [tuition fees](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tuition-fees.md), [westminster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/westminster.md), vince cable, [student loans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-loans.md)

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