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The Sound of Ideas - The Climbing Cost of College
 
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Now that Ohio has removed its freeze on college tuition, most public universities are raising their price tags. Ohio State plans to hike its tuition and fees a whopping 8.5% for in-state students, bringing annual costs up to $9,420. University of Akron's price is going up to $8,500. Private schools will charge more too. Where does the money go and what could stem the upward trend?

Guests

Ida Lieszkowsky, Recent Miami University Graduate
Janet Okoben, Higher Education Reporter, The Plain Dealer
Goldie Blumenstyk, Senior Writer, The Chronicle of Higher Education
Chancellor Eric Fingerhut, Ohio Board of Regents
March 26, 2010