llegal Immigrant Tuition Reviewed By Metro State

Metropolitan State College of Denver is considering allowing lower tuition for illegal immigrants living in Colorado.

A college spokeswoman says the proposal is being reviewed Wednesday, with a possible vote by the board of trustees Thursday.

Under the measure, Colorado high school graduates who have lived in the state for at least three years would be eligible for a rate that would be higher than in-state tuition but significantly less than the out-of-state rate illegal immigrants now pay.

Students must also produce proof they are seeking legal status.

College President Stephen Jordan said Tuesday the proposal is necessary after Colorado lawmakers rejected a similar measure in April.

Twelve states, including Utah, have measures granting in-state tuition for illegal immigrants, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures.