Why is a college education so expensive?

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I wish that there will be common market agreement between states that allow all OOS to pay in-state tuition. This could reduces fair amount of the college cost and make quality school even more selective.

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<p>Market pressure would tend to force the price to increase to OOS pricing for all students. After all, OOS pricing is more reflective of the real costs. In-state is simply being subsidized by the taxpayers.</p>