Planning for college is one of the most important responsibilities for parents. According to the College Board's 2006-2007 Trends in College Pricing, a year's total cost of attendance at a public college or university can cost more than $16,000 today, while the total cost of tuition at a private college or university can cost up to $33,000 per year. With a 4% annual inflation rate, the chart below shows what a year of public or private college or university could cost in the future.

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Early Years (0-4 years)
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Childhood (5-9 Years)
Adolescence (10-18 Years)
College Days (19-21 Years)