College Tuitions On the Rise Again

Tuitions at public colleges and universities rose sharply last year, with 12 to 13 percent rate hikes that were double the usual increase, according to a survey released Tuesday by the College Board.

Tuitions at private colleges and universities showed a normal increase of 6 to 7 percent, according to the survey. The average cost of tuition, room and board this year was $10,017 at private colleges and universities and $2137 at public schools, the survey said.

At Harvard, total student enrollment costs this year amounted to $22,080, the Admissions Office said, a jump of about 7 percent.

Dean of Admissions William R. Fitzsimmons '67 said yesterday that "it's much too early to tell" whether the public-sector tuition increase will affect Harvard admissions or fundraising.