* $10,740 for in-state students at four-year public colleges
* $27,560 for out-of-state students at four-year public colleges
* $3,800 for in-district students at two-year public colleges
* $10,680 for out-of-district students at two-year public colleges
These are just the published costs, however. The actual cost of college can be much higher, depending on factors such as room and board, books and supplies, transportation, and personal expenses.
For example, the College Board estimates that the total cost of attendance for a four-year public college in the 2022-23 academic year was $27,330 for in-state students and $55,800 for out-of-state students. This includes tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, transportation, and personal expenses.
The cost of college has been rising steadily for many years. In the past decade, the cost of tuition and fees at public four-year colleges has increased by 26%. The cost of room and board has increased by 14%.
There are a number of factors that have contributed to the rising cost of college, including:
* Increased demand for college education
* State budget cuts to public colleges
* The rising cost of health care
* The increasing cost of food and housing
The high cost of college is a major concern for many families. It is important to start planning for college early and to make sure that you are aware of all of the costs involved.