Here’s how the cost of college has changed since the 1960s

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Here’s how the cost of college has changed since the 1960s

Columbia University graduate at commencement

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The cost of college since 1963

College costs climb since 1980s

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How four-year and two-year college costs compare

How four-year and two-year college costs compare

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Increases at private schools outpaced public schools

Private schools vs. public schools

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Housing has remained a fix portion of cost while dining has decreased

Room and board as a share of total tuition