Average Private vs Public College Tuition

Report Highlights. Tuition from a 4-year private nonprofit university is almost four (4) times the cost of in-state tuition at a 4-year public school.

• In-state tuition at a public 4-year institution is equivalent to 25.4% of the cost of tuition and fees at a comparable private nonprofit institution.
• Public college tuition is equivalent to 55.1% of the cost of tuition at any 4-year institution, public or private.
• Public tuition is 61.4% of the cost of tuition at private for-profit tuition.
• Out-of-state college tuition is 26.4% less expensive than tuition at the average private nonprofit 4-year institution. 

In this report, “college” refers to any 4-year academic institution unless otherwise noted.

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In-State Public vs. Nonprofit Private College Tuition

Private institutions are generally much more expensive than public institutions for in-state students.

• The average annual cost of in-state tuition at a public 4-year institution is $9,750.
• Public tuition is equivalent to 25.4% of the cost of tuition at a private nonprofit college.
• The average private nonprofit 4-year institution costs $38,421 for one academic year.
• The average cost of tuition at any 4-year institution, public and private, is $17,709.

Public vs. Private College Tuition Annual Increase

While college costs continue to increase annually, the tuition inflation rate has hit historic lows in recent years.

• Between the 2021-22 and 2022-23 academic years, the average public 4-year college increased tuition by 1.60%.
• Private institutions increased their average tuition by 3.21% from 2021-22 to 2022-23.
• The total cost of both private and public colleges increase at a higher rate than solely their tuition, indicating that additional costs have increased for these schools.

To learn more about increasing tuition, read our report about the College Tuition Inflation Rate.

Public vs. Private 2-Year College Tuition

Two-year public institutions are the most affordable, while the average private nonprofit 2-year school is more expensive than in-state tuition at a public 4-year institution.

• The average public 2-year college or community college costs $3,598 for in-state or in-district attendees.
• In-state or in-district tuition at a public 2-year college increased by 0.98% from 2021-22.
• Public 2-year tuition is 79.3% less the cost of tuition at any private 2-year institution, nonprofit and for-profit.
• Private nonprofit 2-year institutions cost an average of $20,019 annually, while for-profit 2-year institutions charge $16,444.
• The percentage difference between community college and nonprofit private tuition at 2-year institutions is greater than the difference between public and private 4-year institutions.

Nonprofit vs. For-Profit Private Tuition

For-profit colleges were not commonplace prior to the 21^st century.

• The average cost of tuition at any private 4-year institution, nonprofit and for-profit, is $35,248.
• Private, nonprofit 4-year institutions charge $38,421 annually.
• Private, for-profit 4-year institutions charge an average of $15,868 for one academic year.
• The difference between tuition at a 4-year nonprofit and a 4-year for-profit institution is $22,553.
• 4-year private nonprofits are 142.1% more expensive than comparable for-profit institutions.
• Among 2-year institutions, nonprofits are $3,575 or 17.9% more expensive than for-profit schools.

In-State vs. Out-of-State Public Tuition

Out-of-state enrollees often pay more for tuition than they would at a comparable private institution.

• Out-of-state tuition at public 4-year institutions averages $28,297 nationwide. 
• The average in-state tuition is equivalent to 34.46% of the cost of out-of-state tuition.
• Compared to tuition at an average public 4-year college, in-state tuition is 262% more expensive in the equivalent private school.

Average Private vs. Public College Tuition by State

With the exception of Idaho, private tuition is more expensive than public tuition in every other state. The table below uses the undergraduate in-state cost of public tuition from 4-year colleges and not the out-of-state prices.

• Idaho is the only state where the annual cost of public tuition is greater than the private cost of college, with a $670 difference.
• Private 4-year institutions in the District of Columbia charge $47,914 or 665.1% more than public colleges.
• South Dakota charges the lowest out-of-state tuition.
• In Utah, private institutions cost just $908 more than in-state tuition.
• Florida charges the lowest public in-state tuition, with Wyoming having the second lowest public in-state tuition.

^*“Public” tuition always refers to in-state tuition values unless otherwise noted & “private” tuition always refers to private non-profits unless otherwise noted.

Alabama Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Alabama is 74.1% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Alabama cost an average of $6,606 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Alabama’s state schools is equivalent to 62.7% the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 59.6% higher than tuition at an Alabama public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Alabama’s state schools is equivalent to 160.1% of the cost of private college tuition.

Alaska Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Alaska is 53.5% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Alaska cost an average of $11,857 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Alaska’s state schools is equivalent to 41.2% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 143.0% higher than tuition at an Alaska public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Alaska’s state schools is equivalent to 121.2% of the cost of private college tuition.

Arizona Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Arizona is 93.3% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Arizona cost an average of $1,717 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Arizona’s state schools is equivalent to 87.3% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 14.6% higher than tuition at an Arizona public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Arizona’s state schools is equivalent to 211.4% of the cost of private college tuition.

Arkansas Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Arkansas is 37.6% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Arkansas cost an average of $15,919 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Arkansas’ state schools is equivalent to 35.8% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 179.3% higher than tuition at an Arkansas public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Arkansas’ state schools is equivalent to 93.1% of the cost of private college tuition.

California Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in California is 30.9% higher than the national average.

• Private colleges in California cost an average of $33,380 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of California’s state schools is equivalent to 20.6% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 386.5% higher than tuition at a California public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of California’s state schools is equivalent to 78.5% of the cost of private college tuition.

Colorado Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Colorado is 30.7% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Colorado cost an average of $17,676 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Colorado’s state schools is equivalent to 35.7% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 180.4% higher than tuition at a Colorado public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Colorado’s state schools is equivalent to 118.2% of the cost of private college tuition.

Connecticut Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Connecticut is 14.4% higher than the national average.

• Private colleges in Connecticut cost an average of $29,168 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Connecticut’s state schools is equivalent to 35.1% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 185.0% higher than tuition at a Connecticut public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Connecticut’s state schools is equivalent to 84.4% of the cost of private college tuition.

Delaware Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Delaware is 99.1% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Delaware cost an average of $232 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Delaware’s state schools is equivalent to 98.1% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 1.9% higher than tuition at a Delaware public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Delaware’s state schools is equivalent to 278.2% of the cost of private college tuition.

District of Columbia Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in D.C. is 60.5% higher than the national average.

• Private colleges in D.C. cost an average of $40,914 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of D.C.’s public colleges is equivalent to 13.1% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 665.1% higher than tuition at a D.C. public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of D.C.’s public schools is equivalent to 27.6% of the cost of private college tuition.

Florida Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Florida is 3.49% higher than the national average.

• Private colleges in Florida cost an average of $26,388 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Florida’s state schools is equivalent to 14.7% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 581.2% higher than tuition at a Florida public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Florida’s state schools is equivalent to 57.7% of the cost of private college tuition.

Georgia Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Georgia is 1.80% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Georgia cost an average of $25,039 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Georgia’s state schools is equivalent to 22.0% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 353.9% higher than tuition at a Georgia public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Georgia’s state schools is equivalent to 75.8% of the cost of private college tuition.

Hawaii Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Hawaii is 55.4% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Hawaii cost an average of $11,367 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Hawaii’s state schools is equivalent to 48.0% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 108.4% higher than tuition at a Hawaii public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Hawaii’s state schools is equivalent to 150.0% of the cost of private college tuition.

Idaho Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Idaho is 102.6% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Idaho cost an average of $670 less than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Idaho’s state schools is equivalent to 109.6% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 8.8% lower than tuition at an Idaho public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Idaho’s state schools is equivalent to 364.5% of the cost of private college tuition.

Illinois Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Illinois is 10.88% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Illinois cost an average of $22,725 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Illinois’ state schools is equivalent to 39.6% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 152.3% higher than tuition at an Illinois public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Illinois’ state schools is equivalent to 79.8% of the cost of private college tuition.

Indiana Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Indiana is 10.21% higher than the national average.

• Private colleges in Indiana cost an average of $28,101 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Indiana’s state schools is equivalent to 26.0% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 284.3% higher than tuition at an Indiana public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Indiana’s state schools is equivalent to 80.2% of the cost of private college tuition.

Iowa Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Iowa is 7.86% higher than the national average.

• Private colleges in Iowa cost an average of $27,502 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Iowa’s state schools is equivalent to 26.9% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 271.7% higher than tuition at an Iowa public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Iowa’s state schools is equivalent to 77.3% of the cost of private college tuition.

Kansas Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Kansas is 14.3% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Kansas cost an average of $21,842 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Kansas’ state schools is equivalent to 29.8% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 235.5% higher than tuition at a Kansas public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Kansas’ state schools is equivalent to 76.2% of the cost of private college tuition.

Kentucky Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Kentucky is 34.5% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Kentucky cost an average of $16,702 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Kentucky’s state schools is equivalent to 40.4% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 147.8% higher than tuition at a Kentucky public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Kentucky’s state schools is equivalent to 95.1% of the cost of private college tuition.

Louisiana Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Louisiana is 35.9% higher than the national average.

• Private colleges in Louisiana cost an average of $34,642 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Louisiana’s state schools is equivalent to 22.1% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 351.9% higher than tuition at a Louisiana public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Louisiana’s state schools is equivalent to 53.0% of the cost of private college tuition.

Maine Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Maine is 10.4% higher than the national average.

• Private colleges in Maine cost an average of $28,159 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Maine’s state schools is equivalent to 27.7% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 260.4% higher than tuition at a Maine public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Maine’s state schools is equivalent to 77.6% of the cost of private college tuition.

Maryland Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Maryland is 49.8% higher than the national average.

• Private colleges in Maryland cost an average of $38,199 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Maryland’s state schools is equivalent to 20.8% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 380.4% higher than tuition at a Maryland public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Maryland’s state schools is equivalent to 55.4% of the cost of private college tuition.

Massachusetts Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Massachusetts is 54.7% higher than the national average.

• Private colleges in Massachusetts cost an average of $39,444 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Massachusetts’ state schools is equivalent to 26.7% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 275.0% higher than tuition at a Massachusetts public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Massachusetts’ state schools is equivalent to 63.7% of the cost of private college tuition.

Michigan Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Michigan is 26.8% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Michigan cost an average of $18,667 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Michigan’s state schools is equivalent to 44.1% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 126.8% higher than tuition at a Michigan public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Michigan’s state schools is equivalent to 123.8% of the cost of private college tuition.

Minnesota Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Minnesota is 9.64% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Minnesota cost an average of $23,041 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Minnesota’s state schools is equivalent to 35.8% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 179.0% higher than tuition at a Minnesota public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Minnesota’s state schools is equivalent to 74.4% of the cost of private college tuition.

Mississippi Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Mississippi is 57.2% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Mississippi cost an average of $10,922 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Mississippi’s state schools is equivalent to 45.5% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 119.8% higher than tuition at a Mississippi public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Mississippi’s state schools is equivalent to 107.4% of the cost of private college tuition.

Missouri Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Missouri is 18.7% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Missouri cost an average of $20,734 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Missouri’s state schools is equivalent to 32.4% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 208.9% higher than tuition at a Missouri public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Missouri’s state schools is equivalent to 78.1% of the cost of private college tuition.

Montana Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Montana is 5.23% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Montana cost an average of $24,165 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Montana’s state schools is equivalent to 23.2% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 331.1% higher than tuition at a Montana public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Montana’s state schools is equivalent to 91.2% of the cost of private college tuition.

Nebraska Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Nebraska is 32.8% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Nebraska cost an average of $17,140 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Nebraska’s state schools is equivalent to 34.1% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 193.4% higher than tuition at a Nebraska public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Nebraska’s state schools is equivalent to 82.8% of the cost of private college tuition.

Nevada Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Nevada is 31.3% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Nevada cost an average of $17,523 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Nevada’s state schools is equivalent to 27.7% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 260.6% higher than tuition at a Nevada public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Nevada’s state schools is equivalent to 100.8% of the cost of private college tuition.

New Hampshire Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in New Hampshire is 90.0% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in New Hampshire cost an average of $2,538 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of New Hampshire’s state schools is equivalent to 87.0% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 14.9% higher than tuition at a New Hampshire public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of New Hampshire’s state schools is equivalent to 173.1% of the cost of private college tuition.

New Jersey Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in New Jersey is 1.56% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in New Jersey cost an average of $25,101 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of New Jersey’s state schools is equivalent to 37.8% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 164.4% higher than tuition at a New Jersey public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of New Jersey’s state schools is equivalent to 75.0% of the cost of private college tuition.

New Mexico Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in New Mexico is 22.3% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in New Mexico cost an average of $19,814 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of New Mexico’s state schools is equivalent to 27.5% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 263.3% higher than tuition at a New Mexico public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of New Mexico’s state schools is equivalent to 79.9% of the cost of private college tuition.

New York Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in New York is 47.9% higher than the national average.

• Private colleges in New York cost an average of $37,705 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of New York’s state schools is equivalent to 18.5% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 439.7% higher than tuition at a New York public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of New York’s state schools is equivalent to 44.6% of the cost of private college tuition.

North Carolina Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in North Carolina is 28.8% higher than the national average.

• Private colleges in North Carolina cost an average of $32,849 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of North Carolina’s state schools is equivalent to 18.2% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 448.3% higher than tuition at a North Carolina public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of North Carolina’s state schools is equivalent to 57.6% of the cost of private college tuition.

North Dakota Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in North Dakota is 71.5% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in North Dakota cost an average of $7,262 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of North Dakota’s state schools is equivalent to 57.3% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 74.7% higher than tuition at a North Dakota public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of North Dakota’s state schools is equivalent to 86.4% of the cost of private college tuition.

Ohio Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Ohio is 4.67% higher than the national average.

• Private colleges in Ohio cost an average of $26,688 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Ohio’s state schools is equivalent to 29.0% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 244.4% higher than tuition at an Ohio public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Ohio’s state schools is equivalent to 73.0% of the cost of private college tuition.

Oklahoma Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Oklahoma is 11.28% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Oklahoma cost an average of $22,621 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Oklahoma’s state schools is equivalent to 27.4% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 265.6% higher than tuition at an Oklahoma public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Oklahoma’s state schools is equivalent to 73.6% of the cost of private college tuition.

Oregon Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Oregon is 36.5% higher than the national average.

• Private colleges in Oregon cost an average of $34,800 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Oregon’s state schools is equivalent to 26.3% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 280.1% higher than tuition at an Oregon public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Oregon’s state schools is equivalent to 76.1% of the cost of private college tuition.

Pennsylvania Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Pennsylvania is 21.6% higher than the national average.

• Private colleges in Pennsylvania cost an average of $31,005 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Pennsylvania’s state schools is equivalent to 34.3% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 191.2% higher than tuition at a Pennsylvania public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Pennsylvania’s state schools is equivalent to 67.4% of the cost of private college tuition.

Rhode Island Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Rhode Island is 37.5% higher than the national average.

• Private colleges in Rhode Island cost an average of $35,048 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Rhode Island’s state schools is equivalent to 29.6% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 237.7% higher than a Rhode Island public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Rhode Island’s state schools is equivalent to 68.0% of the cost of private college tuition.

South Carolina Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in South Carolina is 36.8% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in South Carolina cost an average of $16,126 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of South Carolina’s state schools is equivalent to 43.9% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 127.9% higher than a South Carolina public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of South Carolina’s state schools is equivalent to 116.1% of the cost of private college tuition.

South Dakota Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in South Dakota is 23.1% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in South Dakota cost an average of $19,608 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of South Dakota’s state schools is equivalent to 31.6% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 216.0% higher than tuition at a South Dakota public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of South Dakota’s state schools is equivalent to 45.3% of the cost of private college tuition.

Tennessee Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Tennessee is 15.9% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Tennessee cost an average of $21,448 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Tennessee’s state schools is equivalent to 32.7% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 205.5% higher than tuition at a Tennessee public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Tennessee’s state schools is equivalent to 78.2% of the cost of private college tuition.

Texas Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Texas is 25.3% higher than the national average.

• Private colleges in Texas cost an average of $31,947 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Texas’s state schools is equivalent to 20.4% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 389.8% higher than tuition at a Texas public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Texas’s state schools is equivalent to 61.6% of the cost of private college tuition.

Utah Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Utah is 96.4% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Utah cost an average of $908 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Utah’s state schools is equivalent to 88.8% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 12.6% higher than tuition at a Utah public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Utah’s state schools is equivalent to 284.5% of the cost of private college tuition.

Vermont Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Vermont is 27.4% higher than the national average.

• Private colleges in Vermont cost an average of $32,494 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Vermont’s state schools is equivalent to 35.1% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 184.6% higher than tuition at a Vermont public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Vermont’s state schools is equivalent to 83.6% of the cost of private college tuition.

Virginia Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Virginia is 63.8% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in Virginia cost an average of $9,218 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Virginia’s state schools is equivalent to 61.7% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 62.2% higher than tuition at a Virginia public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Virginia’s state schools is equivalent to 156.9% of the cost of private college tuition.

Washington Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Washington is 34.6% higher than the national average difference.

• Private colleges in Washington cost an average of $34,333 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Washington’s state schools is equivalent to 18.9% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 428.8% higher than tuition at a Washington public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Washington’s state schools is equivalent to 71.9% of the cost of private college tuition.

West Virginia Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in West Virginia is 86.6% lower than the national average.

• Private colleges in West Virginia cost an average of $3,418 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of West Virginia’s state schools is equivalent to 71.8% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 39.2% higher than tuition at a West Virginia public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of West Virginia’s state schools is equivalent to 193.9% of the cost of private college tuition.

Wisconsin Private vs. Public College Tuition

The dollar-for-dollar value difference between public and private college tuition in Wisconsin is 12.6% higher than the national average.

• Private colleges in Wisconsin cost an average of $28,712 more than in-state college tuition.
• In-state tuition at one of Wisconsin’s state schools is equivalent to 23.8% of the cost of tuition at its average private institution.
• Private tuition is 319.9% higher than tuition at a Wisconsin public university.
• Out-of-state tuition at one of Wisconsin’s state schools is equivalent to 77.6% of the cost of private college tuition.

Wyoming Private vs. Public College Tuition

There is insufficient data from Wyoming’s private postsecondary institutions to calculate a statewide average cost of tuition.

Sources

1. National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), Digest of Education Statistics