By Ryan Laspina
Senior Specialist, Red Flags and External Reviews at APUS
One of the most useful tools accessible to students is the Net Price Calculator (NPC). All universities are required to have a NPC on their financial aid website. NPCs are a great tool to use when assessing the total out-of-pocket cost associated with the school of your choice. They are much more accurate than just looking at total tuition costs because they factor in many other pieces of financial information. Below are some facts and tips about NPCs.