The Truth About College Sticker Prices: Why You Shouldn’t Let Them Scare You
If you’re a student (or a parent of one) looking at college options, you’ve probably experienced a little bit of sticker shock. You go to a university’s website, see a massive number listed under “Cost of Attendance,” and think, Well, that school’s out of the question. But hold on! Before you start crossing schools off your list, let’s break down what that sticker price really means—and why you should ignore it.