Mapping the Knowledge Landscape of Tuition Fee Research in Higher Education: A bibliometric review with insights for future

Tobi Arfan; Mohd Rushdan Yasoa’; Siti Afiqah Zainuddin; Mardhiah Kamaruddin

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v10iSI37.7620

Authors

Tobi Arfan Faculty of Entrepreneurship and Business, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, Kelantan, Malaysia; Politeknik Caltex Riau, Pekanbaru, Indonesia
Mohd Rushdan Yasoa’ Faculty of Entrepreneurship and Business, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, Kelantan, Malaysia
Siti Afiqah Zainuddin Faculty of Entrepreneurship and Business, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, Kelantan, Malaysia; Department of Accounting, Economics and Finance, School of Business Administration, European University Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus
Mardhiah Kamaruddin Faculty of Entrepreneurship and Business, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, Kelantan, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v10iSI37.7620

Keywords:

Tuition Fees, Bibliometric Analysis, VOSviewer, Biblioshiny

Abstract

This study aims to map the global research landscape on tuition fees in higher education through a Bibliometric Analysis of 497 Scopus-indexed publications using VOSviewer, Biblioshiny, and OpenRefine. The findings reveal a substantial increase in research activity since 2010, with dominant themes focusing on tuition fees, financial aid, and access. Research collaboration remains limited and largely Western-centric, highlighting the need for broader global engagement. The study provides valuable insights for policymakers and scholars addressing equity, affordability, and sustainability in higher education.

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