Cost of Studying

What does it cost to study in the USA?

Costs vary widely by university and city. Use these categories to build your own budget, and check each school's official estimate.

Tuition and fees

Public and private universities price tuition differently, and graduate programs differ from undergraduate ones.

Housing and food

On-campus housing, shared apartments and meal plans are the main living costs, and big cities are usually more expensive.

Insurance and other costs

Budget for health insurance, books, transport, visa fees and flights home.

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