Articles tagged “costs”
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Community College vs University: The Real Cost Comparison
Side-by-side cost analysis of the 2+2 community college transfer path versus attending a four-year university from day one. Real math showing $40,000+ in savings.
In-State vs Out-of-State Tuition: When It's Worth the Premium
The $22,000/year gap between in-state and out-of-state tuition explained — residency rules, tuition reciprocity programs, and when paying the premium actually makes financial sense.
Room and Board: What It Actually Costs
The real cost of college housing and meals — on-campus dorms, off-campus apartments, meal plans, groceries, and the math behind living at home. Detailed breakdowns by housing type.
Cut Your $1,200/Year Textbook Bill by 80%
Proven strategies to reduce college textbook costs from $1,200 per year to under $250 — rentals, OER, library reserves, older editions, professor copies, and digital alternatives.
The True Cost of College: What Universities Don't Tell You
A comprehensive breakdown of every college expense beyond tuition — from hidden fees and room and board to textbooks, transportation, and opportunity cost. Real numbers by school type.