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College Cost Calculator
Budget accurately for your college education.
How to Use This Tool
- Enter annual costs for each category.
- Enter scholarship amount.
- Get 4-year net cost and monthly breakdown.
The Formula
Annual Cost = Tuition + Room + Board + Books - Scholarships. 4-Year = Annual × 4.
Why It Matters
A public university charges $25,000/year tuition, $12,000 room & board, $1,200 books. With a $5,000 annual scholarship, the net cost is $33,200/year or $132,800 over 4 years. Compare this against an in-state community college (first 2 years at $8,000/year) to save over $50,000 total.
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