Real cost breakdowns for students in every state
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.
Boston area colleges with extensive transit options
~$38,400/year (on-campus)
UC and CSU systems across diverse regions
~$39,700/year (on-campus)
SUNY and CUNY schools from NYC to upstate
~$40,300/year (on-campus)
Lower costs, no income tax, growing job markets
~$29,700/year (on-campus)
Lowest in-state tuition, Bright Futures scholarships
~$26,600/year (on-campus)