Wednesday, May. 22, 2013

How much does college cost?

Average tuition and fees for in-state students at public four-year colleges and universities in 2012-13 were recorded at $8,655, while average total charges, including tuition and fees and room and board, totaled $17,860. Average tuition and fees for out-of-state students at public four-year institutions were $21,706, while average total charges were $30,911. At private, nonprofit four-year colleges and universities, average tuition and fees in 2012-13 came in at $29,056, while total charges were $39,518.

Source: Trends in College Pricing College Board
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Also see the Department of Education's College Affordability and Transparency Center

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