Most Expensive Colleges, Highest 2014-2015 Tuition & Fees

In this page, we introduce the colleges having highest tuition & fees based on 2014-2015 tuition & fees released by IPEDS(data center in US Department of Education) officially. The average tuition & fees is $16,844 for all US colleges and universities. For only public schools, the in-state tuition is $5,513 and $11,726 for out-of-state students. For private schools, including both not-for-profit and for-profit schools, the 2014-2015 average tuition is $22,099.

General information and comparison between highest tuition

We cut 25 schools by highest costs and they are all private schools where Aviator College of Aeronautical Science and Technology is the most expensive school. Next table shows academic information and general characteristics of the pricey colleges.
Table. 25 Most Pricey Schools
RankName Acceptance RatesPopulation (Fall 2014)Student Faculty Ratio
1 Aviator College of Aeronautical Science and Technology
Fort Pierce, FL
70%223 33.33 %
2 Samuel Merritt University
Oakland, CA
-1,987 11.11 %
3 Columbia University in the City of New York
New York, NY
7%29,073 16.67 %
4 Sarah Lawrence College
Bronxville, NY
62%1,913 10.00 %
5 Landmark College
Putney, VT
86%628 16.67 %
6 Vassar College
Poughkeepsie, NY
24%2,651 12.50 %
7 Trinity College
Hartford, CT
32%2,609 11.11 %
8 Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA
25%13,335 10.00 %
9 Oberlin College
Oberlin, OH
30%3,026 11.11 %
10 Tufts University
Medford, MA
19%12,091 11.11 %
11 Harvey Mudd College
Claremont, CA
18%814 12.50 %
12 Bard College at Simon's Rock
Great Barrington, MA
92%380 16.67 %
13 Amherst College
Amherst, MA
14%1,898 12.50 %
14 Franklin and Marshall College
Lancaster, PA
39%2,514 11.11 %
15 Bucknell University
Lewisburg, PA
30%3,703 10.00 %
16 Union College
Schenectady, NY
37%2,298 10.00 %
17 Williams College
Williamstown, MA
17%2,268 14.29 %
18 Tulane University of Louisiana
New Orleans, LA
26%14,641 11.11 %
19 University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
20%46,174 11.11 %
20 University of Chicago
Chicago, IL
9%17,357 16.67 %
21 Bard College
Annandale-On-Hudson, NY
38%3,431 10.00 %
22 Colgate University
Hamilton, NY
26%3,015 11.11 %
23 Dartmouth College
Hanover, NH
10%6,945 12.50 %
24 Hampshire College
Amherst, MA
64%1,524 9.09 %
25 Wesleyan University
Middletown, CT
21%3,542 11.11 %
Student/Faculty Ratio data are reported for year 2014.

2016 Estimated Tuition of Highest Tuition Colleges

The estimated tuition & costs are shown in below table. The 2016 tuition & costs are estimated by the school directly and subject to change without notice. Check the update and detail cost information including book, supplies, and living costs at school's full information page by following link on a school name.
Table. Highest Tuition College Estimated 2016 Tuition and Fees
2016 Tuition & Fees 2015 Tuition & Fees
In-StateOut-of-StateIn-StateOut-of-State
Aviator College of Aeronautical Science and Technology -$74,787
Samuel Merritt University $44,166$55,748
Columbia University in the City of New York $53,000$51,008
Sarah Lawrence College $51,034$50,780
Landmark College $51,330$50,080
Vassar College $51,300$49,570
Trinity College $50,776$49,056
Carnegie Mellon University $50,410$49,022
Oberlin College $50,636$48,682
Tufts University $50,604$48,643
Harvey Mudd College $50,649$48,594
Bard College at Simon's Rock -$48,551
Amherst College $49,760$48,526
Franklin and Marshall College $50,300$48,514
Bucknell University $50,152$48,498
Union College $50,061$48,384
Williams College $50,070$48,310
Tulane University of Louisiana $49,638$48,306
University of Southern California $49,464$48,280
University of Chicago $48,750$48,252
Bard College $49,906$48,240
Colgate University $49,970$48,175
Dartmouth College $49,506$48,108
Hampshire College $49,048$48,065
Wesleyan University $48,704$47,972


2015 Tuition comparison between the most pricey colleges

Below section describes the 2015 tuition and other costs for each school. The 2015 tuition, fees, and other costs is released by US Department of Education officially. You can analyze and compare 2015 tuition cost between them with tables and charts. In addition you can compare the schools in all academic perspectives including admission, tuition, graduation, population and more at Most Pricey Schools comparing page.
Tuition and Fees - Undergraduate (2015)
The average undergraduate school tuition & fees for the colleges is $50,086.
Table. Highest Tuition College Tuition and Fees - Undergraduate (2015)
Tuition & FeesBooks & Supplies
In-StateOut-of-State
Aviator College of Aeronautical Science and Technology $74,787 $1,500
Samuel Merritt University $55,748 -
Columbia University in the City of New York $51,008 $1,170
Sarah Lawrence College $50,780 $600
Landmark College $50,080 $1,400
Vassar College $49,570 $900
Trinity College $49,056 $1,000
Carnegie Mellon University $49,022 $1,000
Oberlin College $48,682 $1,908
Tufts University $48,643 $800
Harvey Mudd College $48,594 $800
Bard College at Simon's Rock $48,551 $1,000
Amherst College $48,526 $1,000
Franklin and Marshall College $48,514 $1,200
Bucknell University $48,498 $900
Union College $48,384 $1,500
Williams College $48,310 $800
Tulane University of Louisiana $48,306 $1,200
University of Southern California $48,280 $1,500
University of Chicago $48,252 $1,800
Bard College $48,240 $950
Colgate University $48,175 $1,240
Dartmouth College $48,108 $1,176
Hampshire College $48,065 $750
Wesleyan University $47,972 $1,300
Average-$50,086$1,141

Tuition and Fees - Graduate (2015)
The average graduate school tuition & fees for the Highest Tuition colleges is $39,706.
Table. Highest Tuition College Tuition and Fees - Graduate (2015)
Tuition & FeesBooks & Supplies
In-StateOut-of-State
Aviator College of Aeronautical Science and Technology - $1,500
Samuel Merritt University $40,571 -
Columbia University in the City of New York $42,850 $1,170
Sarah Lawrence College $25,664 $600
Landmark College - $1,400
Vassar College $49,570 $900
Trinity College $11,775 $1,000
Carnegie Mellon University $40,429 $1,000
Oberlin College $34,716 $1,908
Tufts University $47,222 $800
Harvey Mudd College - $800
Bard College at Simon's Rock - $1,000
Amherst College - $1,000
Franklin and Marshall College - $1,200
Bucknell University $21,180 $900
Union College - $1,500
Williams College $46,673 $800
Tulane University of Louisiana $48,306 $1,200
University of Southern California $39,109 $1,500
University of Chicago $50,685 $1,800
Bard College $33,256 $950
Colgate University $48,175 $1,240
Dartmouth College $47,104 $1,176
Hampshire College - $750
Wesleyan University $47,722 $1,300
Average-$39,706$1,141

Living Costs (2015)
The average living costs for the Highest Tuition colleges is $14,410 when living on campus and $13,584 when living off campus.
Table. Highest Tuition College Living Costs (2015)
On-CampusOff-Campus
Room & BoardOther ExpensesRoom & BoardOther Expenses
Aviator College of Aeronautical Science and Technology $9,600 $6,790 $9,000 $6,790
Samuel Merritt University - - - -
Columbia University in the City of New York $12,432 $1,994 $16,515 $2,435
Sarah Lawrence College $14,212 $800 $14,212 $800
Landmark College $10,450 $3,500 $9,000 $3,500
Vassar College $11,570 $1,350 - -
Trinity College $12,700 $1,500 $12,700 $1,500
Carnegie Mellon University $12,400 $1,400 - -
Oberlin College $13,106 $700 $11,606 $1,908
Tufts University $12,634 $1,323 $5,134 $1,323
Harvey Mudd College $15,833 $1,400 - -
Bard College at Simon's Rock $13,198 $1,000 $13,198 $1,000
Amherst College $12,680 $1,800 $12,680 $1,800
Franklin and Marshall College $12,285 $1,270 $12,285 $1,270
Bucknell University $11,642 $2,000 $11,642 $2,000
Union College $11,856 $465 - -
Williams College $12,760 $2,150 - -
Tulane University of Louisiana $12,556 $1,049 $12,556 $1,049
University of Southern California $13,334 $1,580 $13,334 $1,580
University of Chicago $14,215 $2,177 - -
Bard College $13,772 $1,750 $10,000 $1,750
Colgate University $11,970 $1,020 - -
Dartmouth College $13,839 $2,010 - -
Hampshire College $12,450 $750 $10,450 $750
Wesleyan University $13,226 $1,365 - -
Average$12,696$1,714$11,620$1,963


Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training Vocational Program 2015 Average Tuition and Other Costs

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training is a program that prepares individuals to assist in providing general nursing care under the direction of a registered nurse, physician or dentist. Includes instruction in taking patient vital signs, applying sterile dressings, patient health education, and assistance with examinations and treatment. In this article, we analyze the 2015 tuition and other costs for vocational Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training programs offered by U.S. Colleges.

Total 316 colleges are offering the Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training programs. Among them, 240 colleges keep the program as their largest program. The average tuition for the Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training program is $14,481 for 2015.

Next table describes average tuition, books & supply costs, program length and other information for Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training program.

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training Program Statistics (2015)
Total Number of Schools316
Average Tuition & Fees$14,481
Average Books & Supplies Costs$1,475
Average Length of Program (in contact hours)1,283.19 Hours
Average Number of Months to Complete Program13.09 Month(s)

Average Cost of Attendance for Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training Program

For academic year 2014-2015, the average cost of attendance of Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training program is $25,598 when students living on campus housing facilities and $32,548 when living off campus. If students live with family or relatives, the cost of attendance is - without room & board costs. The 2015 average tuition & fees for the Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training is $14,481.

Next table and chart illustrate the average amount of each cost item for studying vocational Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training program in US colleges.

2015 Cost of Attendance For Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training Program
Amount
Tuition & Fees$14,481
Books and Supplies$1,475
On-Camus Room & Board$6,994
On-Camus Other Expenses$2,648
Off-Camus Room & Board$11,316
Off-Camus Other Expenses$5,276
Off-Camus Other Expenses Living with Family$4,646

Popular Colleges in Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training Area

Below list is the colleges that offer Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training and are popular in the area. The popularity is calculated based on enrollment, referred number, and other academic factors. In addition you can see all schools offering the program at Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training Vocational Schools page.


Medical and Clinical Assistant Vocational Program 2015 Average Tuition and Other Costs

Medical/Clinical Assistant is a program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians, to provide medical office administrative services and perform clinical duties including patient intake and care, routine diagnostic and recording procedures, pre-examination and examination assistance, and the administration of medications and first aid. Includes instruction in basic anatomy and physiology; medical terminology; medical law and ethics; patient psychology and communications; medical office procedures; and clinical diagnostic, examination, testing, and treatment procedures. In this article, we analyze the 2015 tuition and other costs for vocational Medical/Clinical Assistant programs offered by U.S. Colleges.

Total 581 colleges are offering the Medical/Clinical Assistant programs. Among them, 354 colleges keep the program as their largest program. The average tuition for the Medical/Clinical Assistant program is $14,237 for 2015.

Next table describes average tuition, books & supply costs, program length and other information for Medical/Clinical Assistant program.

Medical/Clinical Assistant Program Statistics (2015)
Total Number of Schools581
Average Tuition & Fees$14,237
Average Books & Supplies Costs$834
Average Length of Program (in contact hours)385.91 Hours
Average Number of Months to Complete Program9.89 Month(s)

Average Cost of Attendance for Medical/Clinical Assistant Program

For academic year 2014-2015, the average cost of attendance of Medical/Clinical Assistant program is $22,652 when students living on campus housing facilities and $31,290 when living off campus. If students live with family or relatives, the cost of attendance is - without room & board costs. The 2015 average tuition & fees for the Medical/Clinical Assistant is $14,237.

Next table and chart illustrate the average amount of each cost item for studying vocational Medical/Clinical Assistant program in US colleges.

2015 Cost of Attendance For Medical/Clinical Assistant Program
Amount
Tuition & Fees$14,237
Books and Supplies$834
On-Camus Room & Board$5,634
On-Camus Other Expenses$1,948
Off-Camus Room & Board$10,689
Off-Camus Other Expenses$5,531
Off-Camus Other Expenses Living with Family$4,850

Popular Colleges in Medical/Clinical Assistant Area

Below list is the colleges that offer Medical/Clinical Assistant and are popular in the area. The popularity is calculated based on enrollment, referred number, and other academic factors. In addition you can see all schools offering the program at Medical/Clinical Assistant Vocational Schools page.


Cosmetology/Cosmetologist Vocational Program 2015 Average Tuition and Other Costs

Cosmetology/Cosmetologist is a program that generally prepares individuals to cut, trim, and style scalp, facial, and body hair; apply cosmetic preparations; perform manicures and pedicures; massage the head and extremities; and prepare for practice as licensed cosmetologists in specialized or full-service salons. Includes instruction in hair cutting and styling, manicuring, pedicuring, facial treatments, shampooing, chemical applications, esthetics, shop management, sanitation and safety, customer service, and applicable professional and labor laws and regulations. In this article, we analyze the 2015 tuition and other costs for vocational Cosmetology/Cosmetologist programs offered by U.S. Colleges.

Total 1,510 colleges are offering the Cosmetology/Cosmetologist programs. Among them, 1,277 colleges keep the program as their largest program. The average tuition for the Cosmetology/Cosmetologist program is $14,047 for 2015.

Next table describes average tuition, books & supply costs, program length and other information for Cosmetology/Cosmetologist program.

Cosmetology/Cosmetologist Program Statistics (2015)
Total Number of Schools1,510
Average Tuition & Fees$14,047
Average Books & Supplies Costs$1,612
Average Length of Program (in contact hours)1,469.71 Hours
Average Number of Months to Complete Program12.59 Month(s)

Average Cost of Attendance for Cosmetology/Cosmetologist Program

For academic year 2014-2015, the average cost of attendance of Cosmetology/Cosmetologist program is $27,855 when students living on campus housing facilities and $32,717 when living off campus. If students live with family or relatives, the cost of attendance is - without room & board costs. The 2015 average tuition & fees for the Cosmetology/Cosmetologist is $14,047.

Next table and chart illustrate the average amount of each cost item for studying vocational Cosmetology/Cosmetologist program in US colleges.

2015 Cost of Attendance For Cosmetology/Cosmetologist Program
Amount
Tuition & Fees$14,047
Books and Supplies$1,612
On-Camus Room & Board$7,927
On-Camus Other Expenses$4,270
Off-Camus Room & Board$11,359
Off-Camus Other Expenses$5,699
Off-Camus Other Expenses Living with Family$4,890

Popular Colleges in Cosmetology/Cosmetologist Area

Below list is the colleges that offer Cosmetology/Cosmetologist and are popular in the area. The popularity is calculated based on enrollment, referred number, and other academic factors. In addition you can see all schools offering the program at Cosmetology/Cosmetologist Vocational Schools page.

2015 Undergraduate and Graduate Average Tuition Costs Charts

U.S. Department of Education has been released the college and university tuition and other costs for academic year 2014-2015. We analyzed each cost item by school type, level, and offered programs. For academic year 2014-2015, for all public colleges, the undergraduate average tuition & fees $5,546 for in-state students and $11,758 for out-of-state students. For private schools, the average tuition & fees are $20,099 for all students. Next table and chart illustrate the 2015 average tuition and other costs for undergraduate programs by various factors.

2015 Undergraduate Tuition & Fess

Table. 2015 Undergraduate Average Tuition & Costs
Tuition & Fees
In-StateOut-of-State
Public Schools
All Public Schools$5,546$11,758
4 Years or High$7,904$17,808
2-4 Years$3,807$7,508
Less Than 2 Years$6,538$6,749
Private Schools
All Private Schools$20,099
4 Years or High$22,014
2-4 Years$14,054
Less Than 2 Years$11,939

2015 Graduate Schools Tuition & Costs

The graduate school average tuition & fees $9,832 for in-state students and $18,668 for out of state students who are attending in public colleges. For private schools, the 2015 average tuition & fees are $16,822 for all students. We note that the actual costs may vary by major programs for graduate schools.
Table. 2015 Graduate Average Tuition & Costs
Tuition & Fees
In-StateOut-of-State
Public Schools$9,832$18,668
Private Schools$16,822

U.S. Colleges Ranked In the Top 100 World Engineering

The Times Higher Education World University Rankings is announced for academic year 2014-2015. In this page, we compares US colleges and universities ranked in top 100 world universities in the area of Engineering. MIT topped the list, followed by Stanford, Caltech and Princeton. The detail scores and methodology can be found at THE (Times Higher Education) Engineering Rankings.

Next table compares general academic facts between the US Colleges Ranked In Top 100 Engineering University in the World. 34 US schools are included in the list.

2015 Tuition and 2016 Estimation Comparison

Next table lists the estimated 2016 tuition and compares it with current year tuition & fees. The 2016 tuition is estimated by each school. The school which does not show its 2016 tuition does not decide or announce it. For more information, see the school's main page by following the link on the school's name. In addition you can compare the schools in all academic perspectives including admission, tuition, graduation, population and more at us colleges ranked in top 100 engineering university world ranking colleges comparison page.
The average 2016 tuition & fees for US colleges ranked in top 100 engineering university world ranking colleges is $12,553 for in-state students and $38,616 for out-of-state students. For current academic year (2014-2015), the average tuition & fees is $12,333 for in-state students and $37,015 for out-of-state students.

US Colleges & Universities Tuition Trends For Past 10 Yers

In United States, there are 7,735 colleges and universities: 2110 public, 1,954 private (not-for-profit), and 3,670 private (for-profit) schools. By school level, there are 3,217 4-year, 2,363 4-year, and 2,154 less than 2 year schools.

For all schools in United States, In-state tuition & fees is risen by 50.29% from $3,669 (2006) to $5,514 (2015) and out-of-state tuition & fees grew by 41.22% last 10 years, from $11,916 (2006) to $16,828 (2015).Living costs, including room & board and other expenses, is increased by 42.24% from $8,532 (2006) to $12,135 (2015) when students live on campus and 41.49% from $9,786 (2006) to $13,845 (2015) when living off campus without family.

Next table and chart illustrate the changes of total costs for US College over the past 10 years. The total cost includes the tuition, fees, books & supplies, and living costs. The total costs varies by student tuition rates (i.e. in-state or out-of-state) and living facility (i.e. staying on or off campus).

You can see US college tuition trends by State, school type, and for your desired schools at Tuition Trends page.