Louisiana ranks lowest in a comparison of 16 other southern states when it comes to total funding for colleges and universities. University of Louisiana System President, Doctor Randy Moffett, says the state also has the lowest tuition rates according to the study conducted by the. Moffett says the low funding impacts the services universities can provide to students. He says the state is addressing the funding issues that face universities and colleges. Moffett says there is a correlation between funding and results. He says the recent budget cuts has resulted in fewer academic advisors and counseling staff to help students graduate.

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