As some colleges near the $100,000 mark, these nine schools have free tuition

watch now3:2503:25Paying for college: What to know 529 plansYour MoneyWith more families concerned how they will afford college, some schools are offering an unbeatable deal.While the total cost of college is nearing or crossing the $100,000 threshold at several institutions across the country, according to data vided by The Princeton Review, tuition is completely free for all students at handful of other colleges and universities in the U.S.Although paying this tab is easy, getting in may not be

Each of these schools has high academic standards, experts say — and in return for a degree at no cost, the commitment they require, even after graduation, is steep.More from Personal Finance:These college majors have the best job spectsStudent loan forgiveness may soon be taxed againStudent loan borrowers — how will the end of the plan impact you? Tell us"This is a self-selecting group in a lot of ways," said Robert Franek, editor in chief at The Princeton Review

Yet "it gives some hope for parents who worry making college affordable — these colleges are doing just that."For those up for the challenge, The Princeton Review compiled a list of the colleges that cost nothing

Here are the nine schools that don't charge tuition at all.Berea CollegeBerea College in Berea, Kentucky.Source: Berea College | Wikipedia CCFor over 150 years, this small school in Berea, Kentucky has strived to reach first-generation and low-income students who otherwise could not afford to pay for college, according to the school

But it doesn't stop there: Berea gives every student a laptop and funds to cover internship opportunities and even fessional clothing for job interviews.College of the OzarksStudents walk on the campus of the College of the Ozarks in Point Lookout, Mo.Cliff Schiappa | APDubbed "Hard Work U," College of the Ozarks is a coed Christian school in rural Missouri geared toward serving students in the Ozark region

In return for a full scholarship, undergraduates must work 15 hours a week, plus two 40-hour weeks during the academic year as part of the school's work gram.Deep Springs CollegeDeep Springs College students vote on issues of governance during student meeting, the meeting which decide everything from when to harvest to whom the college should hire to teach often last until late into the evening.Spencer Weiner | Los Angeles Times | Getty ImagesOnly 12 to 15 students are admitted each year to this all-male liberal arts college in California's remote High Desert, according to the school

However, every student is awarded a scholarship that covers tuition and room and board

Since Deep Springs is a two-year school with no majors, many graduates go on to transfer to four-year grams to complete a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree.U.S

Air Force AcademyFighter jet on grounds of the United States Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Education Images | Universal Images Group | Getty ImagesIn addition to free tuition and room and board, students receive a stipend to cover all other costs at this academy near Colorado Springs, Colorado

In exchange, the academic and physical demands are rigorous, according to The Princeton Review, with classes from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. ed by fitness training multiple times a week

After four years, graduates are commissioned as second lieutenants in the Air Force or U.S

Space Force and commit to several years of active duty.U.S

Coast Guard AcademyNewly commissioned officers toss their hats during the US Coast Guard Academy's 144th Commencement in New London, Connecticut, on May 21, 2025.Joseph Prezioso | Afp | Getty ImagesThis New London, Connecticut-based academy is also highly selective and demanding, according to The Princeton Review

The extremely structured four-year gram, which is fully paid for by the government, offers 10 academic majors, including civil engineering and marine science

After completing their schooling, students commit to five years of service, although many opt to stay in the Coast Guard for much longer, the academy says.U.S

Merchant Marine AcademyUnited States Merchant Marine AcademyYana Paskova/For The Washington Post via Getty ImagesTuition, room and board, uniforms and books are similarly covered at this service academy in Kings Point, New York

As part of the four-year gram, cadets gain hands-on experience working aboard commercial and military vessels around the world

Once they graduate, midshipmen can enter any branch of the armed forces as an officer

The service obligation varies depending on what type of job they choose.U.S

Military Academy – West PointCloseup view of iconic United States Military Academy at West Point, seen from the Hudson River.Brian Logan | Istock | Getty ImagesEvery cadet at this prestigious institution in West Point, New York receives free tuition and a scholarship that covers room and board, in addition to a stipend for uniforms, books, supplies and all other expenses

Armed with a BS degree, West Point graduates then serve at least five years of active duty and three years in the reserves and are "ready for a lifetime of service to the Army and nation," according to the academy.U.S

Naval AcademyMahan Hall displays banners for the War of 1812 exhibit at the United States Naval Academy in Annaplois.Loop Images | UIG | Getty ImagesAll students on campus, known as "the Yard," in Annapolis, Maryland, receive a full scholarship that covers tuition, room and board and other costs, in return for at least five years of active duty after graduation, ed by the reserves

After their rigorous training, many midshipmen go on to have minent careers within and outside the military, according to The Princeton Review.Webb InstituteWebb InstituteSource: Webb InstituteFounded by the shipbuilder William Webb, this small, private college in Glen Cove, New York specializes in naval architecture and marine engineering

Every student receives a full scholarship to cover tuition and, along with little to no debt, they benefit from a 100% job placement rate upon graduation, according to the school.watch now3:3803:38This college is completely tuition-free, but there's a catchDigital Original to CNBC on YouTube.