The average published tuition costs at public and private colleges and universities often do not accurately predict the actual tuition costs for many students. While tuition is on the rise, grants (provided by federal and state governments and higher education institutions themselves) and financial assistance are mitigiating the tuition increases for some students. Be aware when calculating the financial costs for your chosen college or university. Averages can be misleading and calculations are highly dependent on the individual circumstances of each student and his or her family. Net Price Calculators are a helpful tool.
For more information, review the following U.S. News and World Report article by Kathy Hopkins.
http://www.usnews.com/education/best-colleges/paying-for-college/articl…