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June 16, 2025

What Is the Net Price of College—and Why It’s All That Matters

Mike Dusombre Blog college cost planning, college financial planning tips, college net price, financial aid strategy, how to compare college costs, paying less for college, reduce college cost, smart college budgeting, sticker price vs net price, understanding college aid

The sticker price is just a number. The real cost of college is the net price—what you actually pay after aid. Learn why understanding this number changes everything.