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College Course Shutouts Delay Degrees and Increase Costs

3/6/2026

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The report identifies college course shutouts as a growing problem that delays degrees and raises costs.
A survey of more than 1,000 students shows that 85% faced difficulties registering for required courses.
About 75% said limited course availability could result in additional semesters.
Ivette House of 10,000 Degrees notes that graduation delays lead to higher expenses.
The average annual cost for a four-year public college is about $26,000.

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Story summary

The report identifies college course shutouts as a growing problem that delays degrees and raises costs.
A survey of more than 1,000 students shows that 85% faced difficulties registering for required courses.
About 75% said limited course availability could result in additional semesters.
Ivette House of 10,000 Degrees notes that graduation delays lead to higher expenses.
The average annual cost for a four-year public college is about $26,000.