The cost of attending college in the U.S. can be quite expensive. In addition to tuition and fees, students may need to cover the cost of room and board, and other expenses like books and lab fees.
The United States has some of the highest tuition costs, and prices have risen over time. Some of the factors that drive increasing prices are increased demand from students and increased availability of financial aid.
In the 2021–2022 school year, the average tuition and fees at a public, four-year school for in-state students was $10,740, $170 more than the year before. Students attending a public four-year program from out-of-state could expect to pay $27,560, $410 higher than the year before.
Colleges in the Northeast are the most expensive. Vermont has the most expensive in-state tuition and fees, topping out at $19,000. New Hampshire is a close second at $18,960.