RBC | Colorado will give students pursuing degrees or credentials in high-demand fields free tuition at the state’s 19 community and technical colleges starting this fall.
Joe Garcia, chancellor of the Colorado Community College System, said the new program – which aims to train new construction workers, nurses, educators, firefighters, and other in-demand workers – removes a significant barrier to higher education.
“Cost is not going to get in your way,” said Garcia. “Over…