As Congress rethinks the Higher Education Act, it's important to move away from IPEDS, says Wilson. Completion of IPEDS surveys is mandatory for postsecondary institutions that receive federal Title IV funding, such as Pell grants and federal student loans.
Undergraduate Tuition. Tuition for Harding University is $16,560 for the 2014/2015 academic year. This is 34% cheaper than the national average private non-profit four year college tuition of $25,229. The cost is $4,209 and 34% more expensive than the average Arkansas tuition of $12,351 for 4 year colleges. Tuition ranks 19th in Arkansas amongst 4 year colleges for affordability and is the 7th most expensive 4 year college in the state. Price does not vary by residence.
The cost of Nicholls State University is reduced dramatically for residents of Louisiana. Tuition for in-state students is set at $4,922 for the 2015 - 2016 year, a 59.8% discount off the regular price. Fees are $2,426, bringing the total yearly cost for in-state full-time undergrads to $7,348.