The result of these political and structural dynamics is that, in effect, there is no policy for fees and tuition. The academic and social priorities of higher education will eventually be resolved, both at the university and the national level. But once sorted out, implementation will largely rest on financial strategies that can balance needs for accessibility, equity, and quality higher education, not simply high enrollments. By shifting some costs of higher education from government and taxpayers to parents and students and increasing need based scholarships, and loan schemes when possible, some cost-sharing should be able to increase revenue and maintain accessibility. The data compiled below on Mexican student living expenditures will contribute to assessing the costs of participation in higher education.
Low estimates are averages based on a single student living with parents.
Average estimates are based on single students not with living with parents. High estimates reflect those students who are head of household, and having a car. Purchasing Power Parities. Main Economic Indicators.