College Budget Guides

Real cost breakdowns for students in every state

Find Your State's College Costs

Each guide includes detailed breakdowns of tuition, housing, food, transportation, and personal expenses based on 2026 data from public universities. Whether you're planning to live on campus or off, these guides show you what to actually expect — and how to save money while you're there.

Massachusetts

Boston area colleges with extensive transit options

~$38,400/year (on-campus)

California

UC and CSU systems across diverse regions

~$39,700/year (on-campus)

New York

SUNY and CUNY schools from NYC to upstate

~$40,300/year (on-campus)

Texas

Lower costs, no income tax, growing job markets

~$29,700/year (on-campus)

Florida

Lowest in-state tuition, Bright Futures scholarships

~$26,600/year (on-campus)