🎓 What’s a College Cost Calculator? Here’s the Simple Version:
Thinking about going to college but not sure how much it’ll actually cost? The College Cost Calculator is your go-to tool to figure that out. It helps you estimate the real cost of your education — not just tuition, but everything: books, housing, meals, transport, and even personal expenses.
In short: it tells you how much money you’ll need for college — per year or for your full degree.
🧾 What Does It Ask You?
You just plug in a few simple numbers like:
📚 Tuition and Fees
🏠 Room & Board (hostel, rent, food)
📕 Books and Supplies
🚌 Transportation Costs
💡 Other Personal Expenses (like phone bills, clothes, etc.)
If you already know your scholarships, grants, or financial aid — you can enter those too!
💡 What It Shows You:
Your total yearly cost of attending college
The total cost over 3-4 years (based on your degree)
How much money you still need after aid or scholarships
A rough idea of what you’ll need to save, borrow, or earn
📍 Example:
Let’s say you enter:
Tuition: ₹1,20,000/year
Room & Food: ₹60,000
Books & Supplies: ₹15,000
Travel: ₹10,000
Personal Expenses: ₹20,000
Scholarships: ₹50,000
👉 The calculator will show:
Total Cost Per Year = ₹2,25,000
After Scholarships = ₹1,75,000/year
Total for 4 years = ₹7,00,000 (approx.)
Now you know what you’re working with — and can plan better!
👨🎓 Who Can Use It?
This tool is great for:
Students planning for college or university
Parents helping their kids budget for education
School counselors or financial aid officers
Anyone comparing college options or planning loans
✅ Why It’s Helpful:
Helps you avoid surprises later
Makes it easier to compare different colleges
Helps with budgeting, saving, or applying for aid
Gives you a clearer picture of your financial needs
