Indonesia Ministry of Higher Education studies free tuition for state universities

The Indonesian Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology is currently reviewing plans to implement free tuition at state universities (PTN) starting in 2027.

Khairul Munadi, the Director General of Higher Education, stated that the government is evaluating various policy possibilities and implementation scenarios, including whether the program will be rolled out in stages. The ministry is also considering potential changes to budget allocations.

Officials noted that they will seek input from various stakeholders, including university leaders, before a final decision is formulated and officially announced.