Gearing up for college applications and trying to understand the financial sphere better. I'm curious, which college in the US has the highest total cost when you factor in tuition, living expenses, books, and everything else? Thanks in advance for your responses.
The exact cost of attendance for any given college or university will depend on several factors, including whether a student lives on campus or off, where the school is located, how much a student might travel home, etc. However, based on list prices, generally, the University of Chicago has one of the highest reported costs of attendance, factoring in tuition, room and board, books, personal expenses, and travel. For the 2024-2025 academic year, it's around $93,633 per year.
But remember, while a university's sticker price might be high, many students, especially those from low- and middle-income families, don't pay the full price. A university's financial aid policy will greatly impact the out-of-pocket cost for students. So it's important to not just look at a university's sticker price but also consider the extent of their financial aid and the average net price paid by students.
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