Report Highlights. The average U.S. college tuition for the AY25-26 is $10,634 for in-state students and $31,009 for out-of-state students at public 4-year institutions.
- Vermont has the highest average yearly in-state tuition of $19,223 at public institutions.
- Florida has the lowest average yearly in-state tuition of $4,836 at public institutions.
- Massachusetts has the highest average yearly tuition of $60,141 for private institutions.
- Nationwide, public on-campus room & board costs account for an additional $13,847 per year on average.
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Average Cost of State College
Public institutions subsidized with taxpayer dollars tend to be less expensive than private schools.
- Wyoming has the lowest total* cost of attendance for public 4-year schools at an average cost of $16,417 for in-state attendees in AY25-26.
- South Dakota public 4-year institutions have the least expensive dorm rooms ($4,608 for AY25-26).
- Wisconsin institutions charge the least for meal plans at $4,061 in AY25-26.
- Utah has the lowest average cost of attendance at private 4-year institutions ($17,712 for AY25-26).
- Pennsylvania is home to the most expensive public 4-year school; Temple University in Philadelphia has a $48,241 sticker price** for AY25-26.
- Haskell Indian Nations University in Lawrence, Kansas is the most affordable public 4-year postsecondary institution ($9,225 for AY25-26).
*In this report, the total cost of college includes tuition, fees, room, and board unless otherwise noted.
**“Sticker price” refers to the advertised total cost of attendance.
Community College Costs by State
Community college or public 2-year institutions generally have the most affordable postsecondary programs.
- California has the most affordable community college tuition for in-state attendees at an average cost of $1,471 for AY25-26.
- The most expensive community colleges are in South Dakota, where tuition and fees average $8,379 for AY25-26.
- New York is home to the most expensive public 2-year institution in the nation; CUNY Stella and Charles Guttman Community College has a $37,705 sticker price for AY25-26.
- The most affordable public 2-year institution (Cleveland Community College in Shelby, North Carolina) advertises a total cost of attendance of $7,497 for AY25-26.
Private College Costs by State
There are private 2-year and 4-year colleges, nonprofit and for-profit.
- Utah is home to the most affordable private 4-year institutions with an average total cost of $17,712 for AY25-26.
- Idaho has the lowest tuition rates for private 4-year colleges ($7,046 for AY25-26).
- California is home to the most affordable private postsecondary school University of the People ($3,601 for AY25-26).
- The Jewish Theological Seminary of America in New York is the most expensive private postsecondary institution ($101,508 for AY25-26).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $12,736 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $31,968 | |
| Room | $7,025 | |
| Board | $5,223 | |
| In-State Total | $24,985 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $44,216 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $18,128 |
| Room | $6,116 | |
| Board | $5,772 | |
| Total | $29,973 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $5,755 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $10,259 |
Average Cost of College in Alabama
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Alabama is 2.06% more than the national average.
- The average private university in Alabama costs 45.7% less than the national average.
- Alabama community college tuition and fees are 44.0% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 51.0% of the total cost of attendance for Alabama residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 72.3% of the total cost of attendance at Alabama’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Alabama public 4-year increases 3.73% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Alabama is private 4-year Samford University ($61,119 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Auburn University is the most expensive state-funded college in Alabama ($37,506 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Alabama is Northeast Alabama Community College ($23,922 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $9,215 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $27,053 | |
| Room | $6,888 | |
| Board | $7,926 | |
| In-State Total | $24,029 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $41,867 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $20,237 |
| Room | $3,277 | |
| Board | $5,138 | |
| Total | $28,620 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | NA |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | NA |
Average Cost of College in Alaska
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Alaska is 1.84% more than the national average.
- The average private university in Alaska costs 48.1% less than the national average.
- Tuition & fees represent 38.3% of the total cost of attendance for Alaska residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 64.6% of the total cost of attendance at Alaska’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Alaska public 4-year increases 3.64% in a typical year.
- Alaska Pacific University is the most expensive college in Alaska ($34,706 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most expensive state college is the University of Alaska Anchorage ($32,177 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Alaska is Alaska Bible College ($23,502 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $13,392 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $31,066 | |
| Room | $9,320 | |
| Board | $6,239 | |
| In-State Total | $28,951 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $46,625 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $14,251 |
| Room | $6,059 | |
| Board | $4,519 | |
| Total | $23,911 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $2,298 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $7,449 |
Average Cost of College in Arizona
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Arizona is 18.3% more than the national average.
- The average private university in Arizona costs 56.6% less than the national average.
- Arizona community college tuition and fees are 42.5% less expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 46.3% of the total cost of attendance for Arizona residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 66.6% of the total cost of attendance at Arizona’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Arizona public 4-year increases 3.58% in a typical year.
- The most expensive Arizona college is the Arizona Christian University ($60,987 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Arizona State University Campus Immersion is the most expensive state college ($35,349 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Arizona is Eastern Arizona College ($14,843 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $9,778 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $26,367 | |
| Room | $7,081 | |
| Board | $4,910 | |
| In-State Total | $21,769 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $38,358 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $27,632 |
| Room | $5,076 | |
| Board | $4,744 | |
| Total | $37,452 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $4,117 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $5,480 |
Average Cost of College in Arkansas
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Arkansas is 11.1% less than the national average.
- The average private university in Arkansas costs 32.1% less than the national average.
- Arkansas community college tuition and fees are 3.05% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 44.9% of the total cost of attendance for Arkansas residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 68.7% of the total cost of attendance at Arkansas’ public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Arkansas public 4-year increases 3.72% in a typical year.
- The most expensive state college is the University of Arkansas ($31,695 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College is the second-most expensive state college ($28,111 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Arkansas is University of Arkansas Grantham ($ AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $9,310 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $34,814 | |
| Room | $10,253 | |
| Board | $7,512 | |
| In-State Total | $27,075 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $52,579 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $46,775 |
| Room | $10,092 | |
| Board | $7,953 | |
| Total | $64,820 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $1,471 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $10,649 |
Average Cost of College in California
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in California is 10.6% more than the national average.
- The average private university in California costs 17.3% more than the national average.
- California community college tuition and fees are 63.2% less expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 34.4% of the total cost of attendance for California residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 66.2% of the total cost of attendance at California’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at California public 4-year increases 2.41% in a typical year.
- The most expensive California college is the University of Southern California ($96,832 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The University of California-Berkley is the most expensive state college ($47,594 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in California is California State University-Fresno ($24,355 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $10,894 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $34,934 | |
| Room | $7,841 | |
| Board | $7,632 | |
| In-State Total | $26,367 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $50,407 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $29,985 |
| Room | $9,445 | |
| Board | $6,588 | |
| Total | $46,018 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $3,703 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $7,287 |
Average Cost of College in Colorado
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Colorado is 7.71% more than the national average.
- The average private university in Colorado costs 16.7% less than the national average.
- Colorado community college tuition and fees are 7.32% less expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 41.3% of the total cost of attendance for Colorado residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 69.3% of the total cost of attendance at Colorado’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Colorado public 4-year increases 3.30% in a typical year.
- The most expensive postsecondary institution in Colorado is the private Colorado College ($93,996 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The Colorado School of Mines is the most expensive state college ($44,496 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Colorado is Colorado Mountain College ($21,002 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $18,240 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $42,072 | |
| Room | $8,590 | |
| Board | $6,820 | |
| In-State Total | $33,650 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $57,482 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $48,634 |
| Room | $10,258 | |
| Board | $7,365 | |
| Total | $66,257 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $5,214 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $15,401 |
Average Cost of College in Connecticut
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Connecticut is 37.5% more than the national average.
- The average private university in Connecticut costs 20.1% more than the national average.
- Connecticut community college tuition and fees are 30.5% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 54.2% of the total cost of attendance for Connecticut residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 73.2% of the total cost of attendance at Connecticut’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Connecticut public 4-year increases 3.74% in a typical year.
- The most expensive postsecondary institution in Connecticut is the private Trinity College ($93,587 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The University of Connecticut is the most expensive state college ($42,490 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Connecticut is Connecticut State Community College Norwalk ($20,127 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $12,713 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $37,212 | |
| Room | $9,569 | |
| Board | $6,386 | |
| In-State Total | $28,668 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $53,167 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $11,977 |
| Room | $9,085 | |
| Board | $2,433 | |
| Total | $23,495 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | NA |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | NA |
Average Cost of College in Delaware
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Delaware is 17.1% more than the national average.
- The average private university in Delaware costs 57.9% less than the national average.
- Tuition & fees represent 44.3% of the total cost of attendance for Delaware residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 70.0% of the total cost of attendance at Delaware’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Delaware public 4-year increases 2.59% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Delaware is the private 4-year Delaware Valley University ($63,958 AY25-26 sticker price).
- University of Delaware is the most expensive state college ($35,447 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Delaware is Delaware State University ($32,148 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $6,348 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $12,766 | |
| Room | NA | |
| Board | NA | |
| In-State Total | NA | |
| Out-of-State Total | NA | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $54,112 |
| Room | $12,383 | |
| Board | $7,759 | |
| Total | $74,254 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | NA |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | NA |
Average Cost of College in District of Columbia
The average private university in the District of Columbia costs 34.4% more than the national average.
- The most expensive college in D.C. is private 4-year Georgetown University ($94,670 AY25-26 sticker price).
- University of the District of Columbia is the most expensive state college ($27,901 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in D.C. is the for-profit Strayer University-Global Region ($24,073 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $4,836 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $18,228 | |
| Room | $7,009 | |
| Board | $5,267 | |
| In-State Total | $17,112 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $30,504 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $34,560 |
| Room | $8,696 | |
| Board | $7,133 | |
| Total | $50,389 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | NA |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | NA |
Average Cost of College in Florida
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Florida is 30.1% less than the national average.
- The average private university in Florida costs 8.85% less than the national average.
- Tuition & fees represent 28.3% of the total cost of attendance for Florida residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 59.8% of the total cost of attendance at Florida’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Florida public 4-year increases 1.97% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Florida is private 4-year University of Miami ($94,646 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Broward College is the second-most expensive state college ($45,006 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Florida is public 4-year Chipola College ($11,415 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $7,723 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $25,923 | |
| Room | $7,907 | |
| Board | $4,608 | |
| In-State Total | $20,238 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $38,438 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $35,532 |
| Room | $8,965 | |
| Board | $6,629 | |
| Total | $51,126 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $3,358 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $8,416 |
Average Cost of College in Georgia
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Georgia is 17.3% less than the national average.
- The average private university in Georgia costs 7.46% less than the national average.
- Georgia community college tuition and fees are 16.0% less expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 38.2% of the total cost of attendance for Georgia residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 67.4% of the total cost of attendance at Georgia’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Georgia public 4-year increases 2.48% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Georgia is private 4-year Emory University ($88,849 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Oconee Fall Line Technical College is the most expensive public college in Georgia ($45,477 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Georgia is Central Georgia Technical College ($11,291 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $11,951 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $37,373 | |
| Room | $6,395 | |
| Board | $6,868 | |
| In-State Total | $25,214 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $50,636 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $24,901 |
| Room | $7,221 | |
| Board | $8,056 | |
| Total | $40,178 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $3,623 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $8,853 |
Average Cost of College in Hawaii
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Hawaii is 3.00% more than the national average.
- The average private university in Hawaii costs 27.3% less than the national average.
- Hawaii community college tuition and fees are 9.33% less expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 47.4% of the total cost of attendance for Hawaii residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 73.8% of the total cost of attendance at Hawaii’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Hawaii public 4-year increases 3.46% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Hawaii is private 4-year Hawaii Pacific University ($56,077 AY25-26 sticker price).
- University of Hawaii at Manoa is the most expensive state college ($34,397 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Hawaii is the University of Hawaii at Hilo ($22,265 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $8,471 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $28,673 | |
| Room | $5,906 | |
| Board | $5,700 | |
| In-State Total | $20,077 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $40,279 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $7,046 |
| Room | $3,114 | |
| Board | $9,660 | |
| Total | $19,820 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $3,626 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $8,594 |
Average Cost of College in Idaho
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Idaho is 18.0% less than the national average.
- The average private university in Idaho costs 65.2% less than the national average.
- Idaho community college tuition and fees are 9.25% less expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 42.2% of the total cost of attendance for Idaho residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 71.2% of the total cost of attendance at Idaho’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Idaho public 4-year increases 3.62% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Idaho is private 4-year Northwest Nazarene University ($61,266 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Boise State University is the most expensive state college ($34,999 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Idaho is the College of Southern Idaho ($16,222 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $16,202 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $31,388 | |
| Room | $6,994 | |
| Board | $6,121 | |
| In-State Total | $29,317 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $44,503 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $42,110 |
| Room | $9,346 | |
| Board | $6,560 | |
| Total | $58,016 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $4,730 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $12,628 |
Average Cost of College in Illinois
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Illinois is 20.0% more than the national average.
- The average private university in Illinois costs 5.09% more than the national average.
- Illinois community college tuition and fees are 18.4% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 55.3% of the total cost of attendance for Illinois residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 70.5% of the total cost of attendance at Illinois’ public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Illinois public 4-year increases 2.56% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Illinois is private 4-year Northwestern University ($97,604 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Waubonsee Community College is the most expensive state college in Illinois ($44,557 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Illinois is public 2-year Lake Land College ($16,303 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $10,601 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $32,532 | |
| Room | $6,369 | |
| Board | $5,289 | |
| In-State Total | $22,259 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $44,190 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $42,452 |
| Room | $7,873 | |
| Board | $7,085 | |
| Total | $57,410 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $5,092 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $9,569 |
Average Cost of College in Indiana
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Indiana is 9.07% less than the national average.
- The average private university in Indiana costs 4.17% more than the national average.
- Indiana community college tuition and fees are 27.5% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 47.6% of the total cost of attendance for Indiana residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 73.6% of the total cost of attendance at Indiana’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Indiana public 4-year increases 1.85% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Indiana is private 4-year University of Indianapolis ($59,606 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Indiana University-Bloomington is the most expensive state college ($29,934 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Indiana is private 4-year Indiana Wesleyan University ($22,992 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $11,127 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $31,436 | |
| Room | $5,424 | |
| Board | $5,824 | |
| In-State Total | $22,375 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $42,684 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $45,574 |
| Room | $6,146 | |
| Board | $5,897 | |
| Total | $57,617 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $6,198 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $7,538 |
Average Cost of College in Iowa
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Iowa is 8.60% less than the national average.
- The average private university in Iowa costs 3.96% more than the national average.
- Iowa community college tuition and fees are 55.1% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 49.7% of the total cost of attendance for Iowa residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 73.6% of the total cost of attendance at Iowa’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Iowa public 4-year increases 2.77% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Iowa is private 4-year Grinnell College ($89,675 AY25-26 sticker price).
- University of Iowa is the most expensive state college ($30,329 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Iowa is Northwest Iowa Community College ($24,242 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $10,234 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $26,029 | |
| Room | $6,364 | |
| Board | $5,033 | |
| In-State Total | $21,631 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $37,426 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $35,121 |
| Room | $5,650 | |
| Board | $6,802 | |
| Total | $47,573 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $4,090 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $5,122 |
Average Cost of College in Kansas
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Kansas is 11.6% less than the national average.
- The average private university in Kansas costs 13.7% less than the national average.
- Kansas community college tuition and fees are 2.37% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 47.3% of the total cost of attendance for Kansas residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 69.5% of the total cost of attendance at Kansas’ public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Kansas public 4-year increases 3.33% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Kansas is for-profit 4-year Rasmussen University-Kansas ($32,499 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Kansas State University is the most expensive state college ($31,023 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Kansas is public 4-year Fort Hays State University ($ AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $12,551 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $29,871 | |
| Room | $8,637 | |
| Board | $4,851 | |
| In-State Total | $26,039 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $43,359 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $31,425 |
| Room | $5,250 | |
| Board | $5,198 | |
| Total | $41,873 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $5,051 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $17,003 |
Average Cost of College in Kentucky
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Kentucky is 6.37% more than the national average.
- The average private university in Kentucky costs 24.0% less than the national average.
- Kentucky community college tuition and fees are 26.4% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 48.2% of the total cost of attendance for Kentucky residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 68.9% of the total cost of attendance at Kentucky’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Kentucky public 4-year increases 3.75% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Kentucky is for-profit 2-year ATA College ($33,932 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Murray State University is the most expensive state college ($28,707 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Kentucky is Kentucky State University ($22,597 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $11,927 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $26,830 | |
| Room | $7,772 | |
| Board | $5,076 | |
| In-State Total | $24,775 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $39,678 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $51,272 |
| Room | $9,300 | |
| Board | $7,535 | |
| Total | $68,107 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $5,325 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $5,074 |
Average Cost of College in Louisiana
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Louisiana is 1.21% more than the national average.
- The average private university in Louisiana costs 23.4% more than the national average.
- Louisiana community college tuition and fees are 33.3% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 48.1% of the total cost of attendance for Louisiana residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 67.6% of the total cost of attendance at Louisiana’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Louisiana public 4-year increases 5.04% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Louisiana is Northwestern State University of Louisiana ($28,566 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Herzing University-New Orleans is the most expensive private college ($28,367 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Louisiana is River Parishes Community College ($23,890 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $11,429 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $32,727 | |
| Room | $6,175 | |
| Board | $5,693 | |
| In-State Total | $23,297 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $44,595 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $43,141 |
| Room | $8,114 | |
| Board | $8,122 | |
| Total | $59,377 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $3,898 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $6,882 |
Average Cost of College in Maine
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Maine is 4.83% less than the national average.
- The average private university in Maine costs 7.88% less than the national average.
- Maine community college tuition and fees are 2.43% less expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 49.1% of the total cost of attendance for Maine residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 73.4% of the total cost of attendance at Maine’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Maine public 4-year increases 1.82% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Maine is private 4-year Colby College ($91,334 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Maine Maritime Academy is the most expensive state college ($32,665 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Maine is Washington County Community College ($13,905 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $10,800 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $28,877 | |
| Room | $8,826 | |
| Board | $6,547 | |
| In-State Total | $26,173 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $44,250 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $53,117 |
| Room | $10,059 | |
| Board | $7,648 | |
| Total | $70,824 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $4,781 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $10,487 |
Average Cost of College in Maryland
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Maryland is 6.92% more than the national average.
- The average private university in Maryland costs 30.2% more than the national average.
- Maryland community college tuition and fees are 19.7% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 41.3% of the total cost of attendance for Maryland residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 65.3% of the total cost of attendance at Maryland’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Maryland public 4-year increases 2.93% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Maryland is Johns Hopkins University ($91,487 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Howard Community College is the most expensive state college ($36,391 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Maryland is public 2-year Chesapeake College ($15,208 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $15,885 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $38,348 | |
| Room | $9,813 | |
| Board | $6,786 | |
| In-State Total | $32,484 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $54,947 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $60,141 |
| Room | $11,435 | |
| Board | $8,049 | |
| Total | $79,625 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $6,183 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $11,271 |
Average Cost of College in Massachusetts
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Massachusetts is 32.7% more than the national average.
- The average private university in Massachusetts costs 44.3% more than the national average.
- Massachusetts community college tuition and fees are 54.8% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 48.9% of the total cost of attendance for Massachusetts residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 69.8% of the total cost of attendance at Massachusetts’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Massachusetts public 4-year increases 3.58% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Massachusetts is private 4-year Boston College ($96,178 AY25-26 sticker price).
- University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth is the most expensive state college ($38,773 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Massachusetts is Bristol Community College ($14,908 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $16,229 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $45,323 | |
| Room | $6,207 | |
| Board | $6,380 | |
| In-State Total | $28,816 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $57,910 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $39,838 |
| Room | $6,485 | |
| Board | $6,088 | |
| Total | $52,411 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $4,488 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $8,223 |
Average Cost of College in Michigan
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Michigan is 17.7% more than the national average.
- The average private university in Michigan costs 5.43% less than the national average.
- Michigan community college tuition and fees are 12.3% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 56.3% of the total cost of attendance for Michigan residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 78.3% of the total cost of attendance at Michigan’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Michigan public 4-year increases 3.06% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Michigan is private 4-year Kalamazoo College ($79,502 AY25-26 sticker price).
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is the most expensive state college ($36,611 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Michigan is Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College ($15,406 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $14,081 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $31,436 | |
| Room | $7,363 | |
| Board | $5,255 | |
| In-State Total | $26,699 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $44,054 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $39,486 |
| Room | $7,011 | |
| Board | $5,996 | |
| Total | $52,493 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $6,383 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $7,129 |
Average Cost of College in Minnesota
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Minnesota is 9.07% more than the national average.
- The average private university in Minnesota costs 4.78% less than the national average.
- Minnesota community college tuition and fees are 59.8% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 52.7% of the total cost of attendance for Minnesota residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 71.4% of the total cost of attendance at Minnesota’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Minnesota public 4-year increases 3.31% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Minnesota is private 4-year Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota ($61,340 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Minnesota State College Southeast is the most expensive state college ($49,770 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Minnesota is Minnesota West Community and Technical College ($19,658 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $10,455 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $24,196 | |
| Room | $7,058 | |
| Board | $6,651 | |
| In-State Total | $24,164 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $37,905 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $21,932 |
| Room | $5,991 | |
| Board | $4,287 | |
| Total | $32,210 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $4,332 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $7,005 |
Average Cost of College in Mississippi
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Mississippi is 1.29% less than the national average.
- The average private university in Mississippi costs 41.9% less than the national average.
- Mississippi community college tuition and fees are 8.41% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 43.3% of the total cost of attendance for Mississippi residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 63.8% of the total cost of attendance at Mississippi’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Mississippi public 4-year increases 4.75% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Mississippi is private 4-year ($63,380 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Jackson State University is the most expensive state college ($35,924 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Mississippi is Coahoma Community College ($11,303 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $10,743 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $26,424 | |
| Room | $7,103 | |
| Board | $4,419 | |
| In-State Total | $22,265 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $37,946 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $34,338 |
| Room | $7,936 | |
| Board | $5,071 | |
| Total | $47,345 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $4,605 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $8,741 |
Average Cost of College in Missouri
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Missouri is 9.05% less than the national average.
- The average private university in Missouri costs 14.4% less than the national average.
- Missouri community college tuition and fees are 15.2% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 48.2% of the total cost of attendance for Missouri residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 69.6% of the total cost of attendance at Missouri’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Missouri public 4-year increases 2.62% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Missouri is private 4-year Washington University in St. Louis ($94,454 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Four Rivers Career Center is the most expensive state college ($43,977 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Missouri is public 2-year Jefferson College ($17,479 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $7,755 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $32,023 | |
| Room | $5,593 | |
| Board | $6,470 | |
| In-State Total | $19,818 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $44,086 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $36,533 |
| Room | $5,604 | |
| Board | $6,069 | |
| Total | $48,206 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $4,171 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $10,054 |
Average Cost of College in Montana
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Montana is 19.0% less than the national average.
- The average private university in Montana costs 12.9% less than the national average.
- Montana community college tuition and fees are 4.39% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 39.1% of the total cost of attendance for Montana residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 72.6% of the total cost of attendance at Montana’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Montana public 4-year increases 2.91% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Montana is private 4-year Carroll College ($59,343 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Montana State University is the most expensive state college ($28,246 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Montana is public 2-year Little Big Horn College ($11,700 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $9,613 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $23,376 | |
| Room | $7,183 | |
| Board | $5,402 | |
| In-State Total | $22,198 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $35,961 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $28,387 |
| Room | $6,288 | |
| Board | $6,103 | |
| Total | $40,778 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $3,751 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $4,603 |
Average Cost of College in Nebraska
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Nebraska is 9.32% less than the national average.
- The average private university in Nebraska costs 26.2% less than the national average.
- Nebraska community college tuition and fees are 6.11% less expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 43.3% of the total cost of attendance for Nebraska residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 65.0% of the total cost of attendance at Nebraska’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Nebraska public 4-year increases 3.08% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Nebraska is private 4-year Creighton University ($67,160 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Nebraska Indian Community College is the most expensive state-funded college ($40,776 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Nebraska is Central Community College ($16,030 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $7,786 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $26,858 | |
| Room | $6,863 | |
| Board | $6,056 | |
| In-State Total | $20,705 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $39,777 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $26,823 |
| Room | NA | |
| Board | NA | |
| Total | NA | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | NA |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | NA |
Average Cost of College in Nevada
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Nevada is 15.4% less than the national average.
- The average private university in Nevada costs 56.7% less than the national average.
- Tuition & fees represent 37.6% of the total cost of attendance for Nevada residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 67.5% of the total cost of attendance at Nevada’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Nevada public 4-year increases 2.56% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Nevada is the for-profit 4-year Chamberlain University-Nevada ($45,594 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The University of Nevada-Reno is the most expensive state college ($30,672 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Nevada is the College of Southern Nevada ($22,453 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $18,839 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $37,238 | |
| Room | $8,719 | |
| Board | $5,310 | |
| In-State Total | $32,868 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $51,267 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $18,101 |
| Room | $9,026 | |
| Board | $5,095 | |
| Total | $32,222 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $7,310 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $15,536 |
Average Cost of College in New Hampshire
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in New Hampshire is 34.3% more than the national average.
- The average private university in New Hampshire costs 42.1% less than the national average.
- New Hampshire community college tuition and fees are 83.0% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 57.3% of the total cost of attendance for New Hampshire residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 72.6% of the total cost of attendance at New Hampshire’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at New Hampshire public 4-year increases 2.88% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in New Hampshire is Dartmouth College ($93,178 AY25-26 sticker price).
- University of New Hampshire-Main Campus is the most expensive state college ($37,239 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in New Hampshire is University of New Hampshire College of Professional Studies Online ($21,669 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $16,577 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $32,673 | |
| Room | $9,322 | |
| Board | $5,587 | |
| In-State Total | $31,486 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $47,582 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $44,317 |
| Room | $9,550 | |
| Board | $6,421 | |
| Total | $60,288 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $5,444 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $9,311 |
Average Cost of College in New Jersey
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in New Jersey is 28.6% more than the national average.
- The average private university in New Jersey costs 9.29% more than the national average.
- New Jersey community college tuition and fees are 36.3% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 52.6% of the total cost of attendance for New Jersey residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 68.7% of the total cost of attendance at New Jersey’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at New Jersey public 4-year increases 2.24% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in New Jersey is Princeton University ($90,527 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The New Jersey Institute of Technology is the most expensive state college ($43,454 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in New Jersey is private 4-year Bais Medrash Toras Chesed ($13,825 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $8,408 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $23,995 | |
| Room | $5,702 | |
| Board | $5,688 | |
| In-State Total | $19,798 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $35,385 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $32,223 |
| Room | $6,860 | |
| Board | $6,173 | |
| Total | $45,256 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $2,091 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $7,476 |
Average Cost of College in New Mexico
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in New Mexico is 19.1% less than the national average.
- The average private university in New Mexico costs 18.1% less than the national average.
- New Mexico community college tuition and fees are 47.7% less expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 42.5% of the total cost of attendance for New Mexico residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 67.8% of the total cost of attendance at New Mexico’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at New Mexico public 4-year increases 3.10% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in New Mexico is St. John’s College ($55,141 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Santa Fe Community College is the most expensive public college ($29,654 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in New Mexico is Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute ($10,719 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $9,415 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $22,833 | |
| Room | $11,899 | |
| Board | $6,877 | |
| In-State Total | $28,191 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $41,609 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $51,697 |
| Room | $11,475 | |
| Board | $7,424 | |
| Total | $70,596 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $6,363 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $9,816 |
Average Cost of College in New York
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in New York is 15.2% more than the national average.
- The average private university in New York costs 28.0% more than the national average.
- New York community college tuition and fees are 59.3% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 33.4% of the total cost of attendance for New York residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 54.9% of the total cost of attendance at New York’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at New York public 4-year increases 3.59% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in New York is Columbia University in the City of New York ($95,197 AY25-26 sticker price).
- CUNY New York City College of Technology is the most expensive state college ($36,282 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in New York is State University of New York at Oswego ($28,652 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $8,175 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $24,677 | |
| Room | $7,356 | |
| Board | $5,442 | |
| In-State Total | $20,973 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $37,475 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $45,341 |
| Room | $8,150 | |
| Board | $7,369 | |
| Total | $60,860 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $2,793 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $8,701 |
Average Cost of College in North Carolina
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in North Carolina is 14.3% less than the national average.
- The average private university in North Carolina costs 10.5% more than the national average.
- North Carolina community college tuition and fees are 30.1% less expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 39.0% of the total cost of attendance for North Carolina residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 65.8% of the total cost of attendance at North Carolina’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at North Carolina public 4-year increases 3.31% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in North Carolina is Wake Forest University ($93,715 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Isothermal Community College is the most expensive public college ($34,402 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in North Carolina is Cleveland Community College ($7,497 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $10,889 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $14,561 | |
| Room | $4,664 | |
| Board | $5,521 | |
| In-State Total | $21,074 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $24,746 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $18,695 |
| Room | $3,910 | |
| Board | $4,954 | |
| Total | $27,559 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $6,111 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $6,487 |
Average Cost of College in North Dakota
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in North Dakota is 13.9% less than the national average.
- The average private university in North Dakota costs 50.0% less than the national average.
- North Dakota community college tuition and fees are 52.9% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 51.7% of the total cost of attendance for North Dakota residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 58.8% of the total cost of attendance at North Dakota’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at North Dakota public 4-year increases 3.54% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in North Dakota is University of Jamestown ($40,279 AY25-26 sticker price).
- University of North Dakota is the most expensive public college ($27,290 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in North Dakota is Sitting Bull College ($14,670 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $11,716 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $29,648 | |
| Room | $7,999 | |
| Board | $6,758 | |
| In-State Total | $26,473 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $44,405 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $41,672 |
| Room | $7,536 | |
| Board | $6,553 | |
| Total | $55,761 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $5,112 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $8,480 |
Average Cost of College in Ohio
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Ohio is 8.14% more than the national average.
- The average private university in Ohio costs 1.07% more than the national average.
- Ohio community college tuition and fees are 28.0% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 44.3% of the total cost of attendance for Ohio residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 66.8% of the total cost of attendance at Ohio’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Ohio public 4-year increases 2.62% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Ohio is Kenyon College ($93,807 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Miami University-Oxford is the most expensive public college in Ohio ($40,678 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Ohio is Eastern Gateway Community College ($9,572 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $9,654 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $25,573 | |
| Room | $7,145 | |
| Board | $5,210 | |
| In-State Total | $22,009 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $37,928 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $35,291 |
| Room | $5,184 | |
| Board | $5,572 | |
| Total | $46,047 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $5,068 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $11,052 |
Average Cost of College in Oklahoma
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Oklahoma is 10.1% less than the national average.
- The average private university in Oklahoma costs 16.5% less than the national average.
- Oklahoma community college tuition and fees are 26.8% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 43.9% of the total cost of attendance for Oklahoma residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 67.4% of the total cost of attendance at Oklahoma’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Oklahoma public 4-year increases 4.16% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Oklahoma is private 4-year University of Tulsa ($70,012 AY25-26 sticker price).
- University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus is the most expensive state college ($31,978 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Oklahoma is Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City ($15,133 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $14,210 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $40,330 | |
| Room | $10,242 | |
| Board | $6,089 | |
| In-State Total | $30,541 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $56,661 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $54,073 |
| Room | $9,362 | |
| Board | $7,225 | |
| Total | $70,660 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $6,051 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $9,889 |
Average Cost of College in Oregon
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Oregon is 24.8% more than the national average.
- The average private university in Oregon costs 28.1% more than the national average.
- Oregon community college tuition and fees are 51.4% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 46.5% of the total cost of attendance for Oregon residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 71.2% of the total cost of attendance at Oregon’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Oregon public 4-year increases 4.23% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Oregon is Reed College ($92,603 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The University of Oregon is the most expensive state college ($38,298 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Oregon is Treasure Valley Community College ($18,054 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $17,909 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $35,213 | |
| Room | $8,247 | |
| Board | $5,412 | |
| In-State Total | $31,568 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $48,872 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $52,713 |
| Room | $9,330 | |
| Board | $7,318 | |
| Total | $69,361 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $6,422 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $14,020 |
Average Cost of College in Pennsylvania
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Pennsylvania is 29.0% more than the national average.
- The average private university in Pennsylvania costs 25.8% more than the national average.
- Pennsylvania community college tuition and fees are 60.7% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 56.7% of the total cost of attendance for Pennsylvania residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 72.1% of the total cost of attendance at Pennsylvania’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Pennsylvania public 4-year increases 3.12% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Pennsylvania is Haverford College ($96,822 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus is the most expensive state college ($39,892 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Pennsylvania is for-profit 2-year Laurel Business Institute ($17,072 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $16,772 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $36,339 | |
| Room | $8,801 | |
| Board | $6,797 | |
| In-State Total | $32,370 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $51,937 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $56,220 |
| Room | $11,143 | |
| Board | $7,375 | |
| Total | $74,738 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $5,596 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $14,699 |
Average Cost of College in Rhode Island
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Rhode Island is 32.2% more than the national average.
- The average private university in Rhode Island costs 35.4% more than the national average.
- Rhode Island community college tuition and fees are 40.1% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 51.8% of the total cost of attendance for Rhode Island residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 70.0% of the total cost of attendance at Rhode Island’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Rhode Island public 4-year increases 3.33% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Rhode Island is Brown University ($93,770 AY25-26 sticker price).
- University of Rhode Island is the most expensive state college ($36,713 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Rhode Island is Johnson & Wales University-Online ($27,523 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $13,474 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $36,289 | |
| Room | $7,740 | |
| Board | $5,235 | |
| In-State Total | $26,449 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $49,264 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $31,607 |
| Room | $6,090 | |
| Board | $6,009 | |
| Total | $43,706 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $5,420 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $11,402 |
Average Cost of College in South Carolina
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in South Carolina is 8.04% more than the national average.
- The average private university in South Carolina costs 20.7% less than the national average.
- South Carolina community college tuition and fees are 35.7% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 50.9% of the total cost of attendance for South Carolina residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 73,7% of the total cost of attendance at South Carolina’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at South Carolina public 4-year increases 2.74% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in South Carolina is Furman University ($81,481 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Technical College of the Lowcountry is the most expensive public college ($42,261 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in South Carolina is Spartanburg Community College ($14,647 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $9,941 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $14,454 | |
| Room | $4,608 | |
| Board | $4,316 | |
| In-State Total | $18,865 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $23,378 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $32,813 |
| Room | $4,757 | |
| Board | $5,037 | |
| Total | $42,607 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $8,379 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $8,123 |
Average Cost of College in South Dakota
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in South Dakota is 22.9% less than the national average.
- The average private university in South Dakota costs 22.6% less than the national average.
- South Dakota community college tuition and fees are 109.7% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 52.7% of the total cost of attendance for South Dakota residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 61.8% of the total cost of attendance at South Dakota’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at South Dakota public 4-year increases 2.73% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in South Dakota is Augustana University ($60,211 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Dakota State University is the most expensive state college ($27,922 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in South Dakota is Oglala Lakota College ($16,530 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $11,837 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $26,430 | |
| Room | $5,974 | |
| Board | $5,981 | |
| In-State Total | $23,792 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $38,385 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $35,523 |
| Room | $7,834 | |
| Board | $5,902 | |
| Total | $49,259 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $4,883 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $18,797 |
Average Cost of College in Tennessee
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Tennessee is 2.81% less than the national average.
- The average private university in Tennessee costs 10.7% less than the national average.
- Tennessee community college tuition and fees are 22.2% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 49.8% of the total cost of attendance for Tennessee residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 68.9% of the total cost of attendance at Tennessee’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Tennessee public 4-year increases 3.72% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Tennessee is Vanderbilt University ($96,043 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The University of Tennessee-Knoxville is the most expensive state college ($34,954 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Tennessee is Chattanooga State Community College ($17,638 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $8,692 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $26,688 | |
| Room | $6,556 | |
| Board | $5,251 | |
| In-State Total | $20,499 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $38,495 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $46,032 |
| Room | $7,799 | |
| Board | $6,097 | |
| Total | $59,928 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $3,415 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $9,157 |
Average Cost of College in Texas
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Texas is 16.3% less than the national average.
- The average private university in Texas costs 8.63% more than the national average.
- Texas community college tuition and fees are 14.5% less expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 42.4% of the total cost of attendance for Texas residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 69.3% of the total cost of attendance at Texas’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Texas public 4-year increases 2.30% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Texas is Texas Christian University ($83,149 AY25-26 sticker price).
- Texas A & M University-College Station is the most expensive state college ($36,462 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Texas is public 2-year North Central Texas College ($15,632 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $8,032 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $25,925 | |
| Room | $4,704 | |
| Board | $5,014 | |
| In-State Total | $17,750 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $35,643 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $8,409 |
| Room | $4,658 | |
| Board | $4,576 | |
| Total | $17,643 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $4,715 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $15,659 |
Average Cost of College in Utah
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Utah is 27.5% less than the national average.
- The average private university in Utah costs 67.9% less than the national average.
- Utah community college tuition and fees are 18.0% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 45.3% of the total cost of attendance for Utah residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 72.7% of the total cost of attendance at Utah’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Utah public 4-year increases 3.39% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Utah is Midwives College of Utah ($67,836 AY25-26 sticker price).
- University of Utah is the most expensive state college ($32,530 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Utah is Snow College ($13,373 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $19,223 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $45,576 | |
| Room | $9,360 | |
| Board | $5,258 | |
| In-State Total | $33,841 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $60,194 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $57,269 |
| Room | $9,789 | |
| Board | $7,760 | |
| Total | $74,818 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $7,502 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $14,763 |
Average Cost of College in Vermont
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Vermont is 38.2% more than the national average.
- The average private university in Vermont costs 35.7% more than the national average.
- Vermont community college tuition and fees are 87.8% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 56.8% of the total cost of attendance for Vermont residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 75.7% of the total cost of attendance at Vermont’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Vermont public 4-year increases 3.06% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Vermont is Bennington College ($92,906 AY25-26 sticker price).
- University of Vermont is the most expensive public college in Vermont ($37,222 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in the state is Vermont State University ($27,463 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $17,196 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $42,137 | |
| Room | $7,906 | |
| Board | $6,050 | |
| In-State Total | $31,152 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $56,093 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $25,274 |
| Room | $7,267 | |
| Board | $6,499 | |
| Total | $39,040 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $6,001 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $12,557 |
Average Cost of College in Virginia
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Virginia is 27.3% more than the national average.
- The average private university in Virginia costs 29.4% less than the national average.
- Virginia community college tuition and fees are 50.2% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 55.2% of the total cost of attendance for Virginia residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 75.1% of the total cost of attendance at Virginia’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Virginia public 4-year increases 3.68% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Virginia is Washington and Lee University ($93,488 AY25-26 sticker price).
- William & Mary is the most expensive Virginia state college ($46,434 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Virginia is Virginia Highlands Community College ($15,723 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $8,547 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $33,158 | |
| Room | $8,630 | |
| Board | $8,107 | |
| In-State Total | $25,284 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $49,895 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $47,305 |
| Room | $7,879 | |
| Board | $7,944 | |
| Total | $63,128 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $5,098 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $8,996 |
Average Cost of College in Washington
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Washington is 3.28% more than the national average.
- The average private university in Washington costs 14.3% more than the national average.
- Washington community college tuition and fees are 27.6% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 33.8% of the total cost of attendance for Washington residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 66.5% of the total cost of attendance at Washington’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Washington public 4-year increases 2.99% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Washington is University of Puget Sound ($83,566 AY25-26 sticker price).
- University of Washington-Bothell Campus is the most expensive state college ($36,141 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Washington is Northwest Indian College ($14,011 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $9,954 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $26,271 | |
| Room | $6,659 | |
| Board | $6,065 | |
| In-State Total | $22,678 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $38,995 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $12,547 |
| Room | $5,375 | |
| Board | $5,915 | |
| Total | $23,837 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $5,139 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $11,744 |
Average Cost of College in West Virginia
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in West Virginia is 7.36% less than the national average.
- The average private university in West Virginia costs 56.7% less than the national average.
- West Virginia community college tuition and fees are 28.6% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 43.9% of the total cost of attendance for West Virginia residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 67.4% of the total cost of attendance at West Virginia’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at West Virginia public 4-year increases 3.89% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in West Virginia is West Virginia Wesleyan College ($51,379 AY25-26 sticker price).
- West Virginia University is the most expensive state college ($29,775 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in West Virginia is West Virginia University at Parkersburg ($17,211 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $9,515 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $32,759 | |
| Room | $6,365 | |
| Board | $4,061 | |
| In-State Total | $19,941 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $43,185 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | $42,286 |
| Room | $7,825 | |
| Board | $5,847 | |
| Total | $55,958 | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $4,959 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $6,865 |
Average Cost of College in Wisconsin
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Wisconsin is 18.5% less than the national average.
- The average private university in Wisconsin costs 1.39% more than the national average.
- Wisconsin community college tuition and fees are 24.1% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 47.7% of the total cost of attendance for Wisconsin residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 75.9% of the total cost of attendance at Wisconsin’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Wisconsin public 4-year increases 2.48% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Wisconsin is Concordia University-Wisconsin ($57,757 AY25-26 sticker price).
- University of Wisconsin-Madison is the most expensive state college ($29,915 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Wisconsin is Western Technical College ($18,161 AY25-26 sticker price).
| Institution Type | Charge | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Public 4-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $5,695 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $16,906 | |
| Room | $4,992 | |
| Board | $5,730 | |
| In-State Total | $16,417 | |
| Out-of-State Total | $27,628 | |
| Private 4-Year | Tuition & Fees | NA |
| Room | NA | |
| Board | NA | |
| Total | NA | |
| Public 2-Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | $4,906 |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | $11,632 |
Average Cost of College in Wyoming
The total cost to attend a 4-year public institution in Wyoming is 32.9% less than the national average.
- Wyoming community college tuition and fees are 22.8% more expensive than they are nationwide.
- Tuition & fees represent 34.7% of the total cost of attendance for Wyoming residents at public 4-year colleges.
- For out-of-state students, tuition & fees represent 61.2% of the total cost of attendance at Wyoming’s public 4-year institutions.
- The total in-state cost of attendance at Wyoming public 4-year increases 2.42% in a typical year.
- The most expensive college in Wyoming is the University of Wyoming ($27,591 AY25-26 sticker price).
- The most affordable college in Wyoming is Eastern Wyoming College ($15,346 AY25-26 sticker price).