The tables below show the schools across the 50 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico that charge the most and least tuition and fees in 2025-2026, as reported to U.S. News.

Costs of Attendance (COA) The average COA of Private colleges in 2025 is $47,874 including tuition, fees, books, supplies, room & board (on-campus), and other living expenses.

The comprehensive tables and charts below break down per credit hour costs by degree level (undergraduate vs graduate), school type (public vs private institutions), program length, and …

May 8, 2025 · According to an annual survey of colleges conducted by CollegeBoard, the average cost of college in 2024-2025 was roughly $30,000 at in-state public universities, $49,000 for …

Nov 9, 2025 · Public vs. Private Tuition: Public colleges are generally more affordable than private ones, with an average annual cost of $9,308 for public institutions versus $53,949 for private …

Private nonprofit four-year: $45,000, $1,750 higher than in 2024-25 (4.0% before adjusting for inflation). Published college prices vary widely, depending on the type of institution and where …

Jul 23, 2024 · Here’s a breakdown of the average yearly cost, along with the most and least expensive private colleges in each state. How much would you like to borrow? Jennifer Taylor …

Aug 14, 2025 · Think private colleges are out of reach? Discover how financial aid, additional costs and long-term value shape the real cost of college.

Jul 23, 2024 · GOBankingRates recently conducted a study on the cost of private colleges across the U.S., although data for Wyoming was not available so it is not included in this list. Here’s a …

Nov 12, 2024 · Discover the average cost of college tuition, factors influencing tuition rates, and tips for financial planning and aid options for students and parents.