College has become increasingly expensive due to multiple factors.

由於多種因素，大學費用變得越來越昂貴。

First, reductions in state funding for public institutions have shifted the financial burden

首先，國家對公立院校經費的減少，將經濟負擔轉嫁給了

to students.

學生。

As a result, schools raise tuition to maintain operations.

因此，學校提高學費以維持運營。

Second, there's an increasing demand for amenities, better facilities, and advanced technologies,

其次，對便利設施、更好的設施和先進技術的需求不斷增加，

driving up operational costs.

從而推高了運營成本。

Third, administrative bloat, with growing numbers of non-teaching personnel, has expanded

第三，隨著非教學人員數量的增加，行政臃腫擴大了

institutional budgets.

機構預算。

Additionally, the availability of student loans can inadvertently incentivize colleges

此外，學生貸款的可用性可能會無意中刺激大學

to increase tuition, knowing loans cover the cost difference.

增加學費，因為他們知道貸款可以彌補成本差異。

Furthermore, the prevailing notion that a degree is essential for career success fuels

此外，普遍認為學位對於職業成功至關重要的觀念刺激了

a high demand, allowing institutions to raise prices.

高需求，使得機構可以提高價格。

Lastly, colleges invest in reputation-building endeavors, like research programs and top

最後，大學投資於聲譽建設活動，例如研究項目和頂尖

faculty, further driving up expenses.

師資，這進一步推高了費用。

Consequently, students and families face escalating costs.

因此，學生和家庭面臨著不斷上升的費用。