Nixon has introduced the Missouri Promise – a plan to provide a pathway for middle-class Missourians to earn a four-year degree at a state college or university and graduate debt-free. (www.jaynixon.com )

Hulshof plans to expand need-based scholarships for Missouri students, however the amount will be dependent on the state budget. (www.kenny08.com, Hulshof: More Higher Education Funding Needed, News-Leader, September13, 2008

Nixon’s Missouri Promise will expand the A+ Program to cover all Missouri public high schools. The Program is currently only available to about half of the state’s high school students. (www.jaynixon.com )

Hulshof voted against a bill that would increase the maximum Pell Grant, cut student loan rates, provide loan forgiveness, and increase direct financial aid to students, colleges and universities. (CQ House Vote 613, HR 2669, July 11, 2007)

Nixon’s Missouri Promise program would be made available to all students who pledge to maintain good grades and commit to community service. These students, after receiving an associate’s degree under the A+ Program, would receive scholarships to move to a four-year state university tuition free. (www.jaynixon.com )

Hulshof’s plan would give state universities funding for research projects and endowed professorships. State contributions will be leveraged by requiring a 2-1 match by private partners. (www.kenny08.com)

Nixon proposes to expand the A+ Program to all Missouri public high schools, giving more students the ability to go to vocational or community college for free. (www.jaynixon.com )

Hulshof proposes to help Missouri technical schools and colleges create online classes and offer aid for pre-employment training programs. (www.kenny08.com )