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Data Element: Cost of Attendance

Narrative
The total amount institutions estimate that undergraduate-level full-time, first-time degree-seeking students will pay to attend before financial aid is considered. This price includes tuition and fees, books and supplies, room and board, and certain other designated expenses such as transportation. These estimates are the average amounts used by the financial aid office to determine a student?s financial aid.
Definition as of
3/24/2014

Associations

Business Rule Narrative
Cost of Attendance As defined by PELL. Value is for full year - full time (fall/spring).
Collection
Financial Aid Status - Postsecondary Table