College tuition could rise sharply, officials warn

The cost of higher education jumps nearly 6% for students in the 2008-09 academic year. Experts say the widening economic crisis might worsen those bills in 2009-10.

A report released Wednesday by the College Board showed that the average price of attending college rose nearly 6% this fall, but education officials warned that the widening economic crisis might push tuition bills sharply higher next year. Read more ...