Introduction The price tag of a college education has never been higher, and neither has the anxiety surrounding it. In the United States, average published tuition and fees at four‑year public universities have climbed from $4,160 (inflation‑adjusted) in 1990 to $10,940 in 2025, while private nonprofit colleges now list an eye‑watering $41,200 before aid. Yet… Continue reading The Real Cost of College: Tracking Debt and Return on Investment in 2025