<human>:  What is the cost of college tuition in the US?
<bot>: The cost of college tuition in the US varies widely depending on the type of school and type of program. In general, private colleges and universities tend to have higher tuition prices than public universities. According to the College Board, average tuition and fees for the 2017–2018 school year were around $34,740 at private colleges, $9,970 for state residents at public colleges, and $25,620 for out-of-state students at public universities.