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Which college really costs less?

Sticker prices lie. Enter each school's real costs and the scholarships and grants it offered — the calculator compares what you would actually pay per year and over four years, cheapest first.

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Fill in at least one college's costs and aid, then calculate to see the real net price ranked cheapest first.

Last reviewed: October 2026.

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