I would suggest that higher education must be free for every one. One major reason behind that most of the students are unable to pay their tution fees. While I can understand Government needs to spend a lot of money for that there is certainly a positive outcome by spending money in this sector. When a student finish his study, he can play a vital role in making a strong economy for his nation. Different nations have their own methods to contribute in higer study. For example, we can consider the example of Canada. In Canada, students can borrow money from Government for their higher study. Although they have to return a portion of that money when they are in job, they don't need to worry about the tution fees and other expenses during their study. I do think other Governments should follow Canada or take a positive stand on this issue to make higher education free for their future citizens.
As another post had stated earlier in the discussion, getting free education can make people take it for granted and there are some people who may not even perform accordingly in the institutions, hence waste state funds since every Jack and Jill, including the non-deserving, will be able to proceed to higher educational levels. This is why every government has sponsorship programs; funding for students who may not be able to pay for all fees regarding their education. Education