College A College B

College C

College D

Cost per year

7,000

6,500

4,500

4,000

Graduation Rate

60.2%

45.3%

65%

88%

Loan Default

25.2%

17.8%

15.2%

2%
Using the chart, determine which college is best at helping students graduate.

Cost = total cost of college. Graduation Rate = % of students who complete college and graduate with a degree. Loan Default Rate = % of students who are unable to pay back their loans after graduation.