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A 2025 Forbes article notes a 17-point swing in students favoring in-person lectures over the last two years, citing a preference for physical labs and social interaction.

A 2025 NPR report found that 83% of online programs cost as much as or more than in-person versions. At public universities, the average cost for an online four-year degree can be slightly higher ($41,000) than the in-person equivalent ($39,000). online schools college

Recent reports and articles highlight several "interesting" twists in how these programs are evolving: 1. The Cost Paradox: Online Isn't Always Cheaper A 2025 Forbes article notes a 17-point swing