About Us

EdCost is a free online resource dedicated to helping students, families, workers, and travelers understand the costs behind major life decisions in the United States.

Who Runs EdCost

EdCost is an independent editorial research project run by The EdCost Editorial Team. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any university, college, lender, financial institution, or government agency — and we do not award financial aid or issue loans. The team is responsible for every page, figure and tool on this site.

Our Mission

We believe financial planning should be accessible to everyone. Our mission is to provide clear, accurate, and easy-to-use calculators and guides that help people estimate real-world costs without requiring personal data, registration, or payment.

What We Offer

• Free calculators for education costs, living expenses, budgeting, taxes, moving, travel, and family spending.
• Research-backed articles that explain cost drivers, compare options, and link to authoritative data sources.
• Instant, browser-based calculations that keep your financial information private.

Our Approach

Every calculator and article is built around neutrality. We do not sell financial products, recommend specific providers, or offer personalized advice. We present formulas, data, and context so you can make your own informed decisions.

Data and Sources

We use publicly available data from U.S. government agencies, educational organizations, and recognized research institutions. Sources are cited in our articles and documented in our methodology where applicable.

What we are not

We are not a college, a financial aid office, a lender, a licensed advisory firm, or a tax firm. Where official sources or professional services help, we point you to them, but we hold no special endorsement and our recommendations are never paid for. Costs, aid formulas, and tax rules change — always confirm the current figures with the institution, agency, or a qualified professional before acting.

Contact

For questions, feedback, or partnership inquiries, use our contact form or email us at [email protected]. We respond to every legitimate inquiry.