Hi there! I know the cost of colleges can vary wildly. But, do any of you know the top 10 most expensive colleges in terms of tuition, fees, room and board in the US? Just doing some preliminary financial planning and understanding the landscape.
Absolutely, taking into account the tuition, fees, room, and board can indeed provide a comprehensive understanding of college costs. At the moment, the top 10 most expensive colleges in the U.S with total billed costs (tuition, room, and board) are:
1. University of Chicago - Chicago, IL ($80,277)
2. Columbia University - New York, NY ($79,752)
3. Harvey Mudd College - Claremont, CA ($79,539)
4. Northwestern University - Evanston, IL ($79,342)
5. University of Southern California - Los Angeles, CA ($79,032)
6. New York University - New York, NY ($78,612)
7. Fordham University - Bronx, NY ($78,380)
8. Oberlin College - Oberlin, OH ($78,152)
9. Haverford College - Haverford, PA ($77,614)
10. Dartmouth College - Hanover, NH ($76,860)
Please note that these numbers are approximate and change annually, also it doesn't include books, travel, and personal expenses. The net cost after financial aid can significantly lower these sticker prices, especially at need-blind schools such as University of Chicago, Columbia University, Northwestern University, and Dartmouth College that meet 100% demonstrated need.
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