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What You Need to Know About College Tuition Costs

Published Sep 13, 2022
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By Emma Kerr and Sarah Wood

“A college education can provide a pathway toward a better living and a better life for students, so it’s a missed opportunity anytime anyone has to postpone their college dreams for financial reasons,” says Mamie Voight, president and CEO at the nonprofit Institute for Higher Education Policy. “Costs beyond a student’s budget can be the difference between completing a degree or needing to pause one’s studies before earning a credential.”

Cost is a key part of the college decision-making process, but it shouldn’t be the only driving factor, Voight adds. Rather, the overall return on investment should also be evaluated.

Read the full article at U.S. News & World Report.