
Tuition
The money charged by a school for instruction; the cost of attending a course.
nounTuition
The money charged by a school for instruction; the cost of attending a course.
noun
Imagine This
Imagine a student opening a heavy envelope labeled Tuition Due; a calculator pings as the price of each course stacks up, reminding them that receiving instruction has a price.
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education, instruction
Remember This
Tuition refers to the cost of instruction, not room, board, or incidental fees. Costs vary widely by institution and program.
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fees, charges, cost, expense, instruction, education, financial aid
Note
Tip: Distinguish tuition from fees (additional charges for services) and from room and board. Some schools list tuition separately from mandatory fees.
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