According to a recent survey of 67 public flagship universities in 50 states, UMass-Amherst is one of the priciest.

Most Expensive

1. Penn State, University Park: $11,508

2. Rutgers, New Brunswick, New Jersey: $11,051

3. University of Vermont, Burlington: $10,748

4. University of New Hampshire, Durham: $9,778 5. University of Massachusetts, Amherst: $9,278

Least Expensive

1. University of Florida, Gainesville: $3,180

2. Florida State University, Tallahassee: $3,208

3. University of Wyoming, Laramie: $3,426

4. University of Alaska, Anchorage: $3,497

5. University of Nevada, Las Vegas: $3,532

(2005-2006 in-state tuition and fees; does not include room and board)