tuition

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The money paid for education, or the teaching and instruction provided by a teacher or tutor.

Examples

  • Online tuition helped her catch up in math.
  • The course includes weekly tuition from experienced teachers.
  • Children can get one-to-one tuition after class.
  • She saved money for her son's tuition.
  • The scholarship covers full tuition.

Similar words

school fees
instruction
education costs
coaching
course fees
fees
charges
teaching
tutoring
college fees

Meanings

Education fee

noun
business
neutral
Money paid for teaching, especially the cost of studying at a school, college, or university.

Examples

  • College tuition has risen again this year.
  • The scholarship covers full tuition.
  • International students often pay higher tuition.
  • She saved money for her son's tuition.
  • The university froze tuition for one year.

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Teaching or instruction

noun
everyday
neutral
Teaching, especially in a particular subject or from a private tutor.

Examples

  • He receives private tuition in piano.
  • The school offers extra tuition before exams.
  • Online tuition helped her catch up in math.
  • Children can get one-to-one tuition after class.
  • The course includes weekly tuition from experienced teachers.

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Etymology

From Anglo-French and Latin roots related to tuēri, meaning to watch over, guard, or protect. The older idea of guardianship and care developed into teaching, guidance, and then the payment made for that teaching.

FAQ

What does tuition mean?

It can mean the money paid for education, or the teaching and instruction given by a teacher or tutor.

Is tuition the same as fees?

Tuition is the teaching charge. Fees may include other costs, depending on the school.

Is tuition countable?

It is usually uncountable, so people say tuition is expensive rather than tuitions are expensive.

What does private tuition mean?

It means private teaching, usually from a tutor outside normal classes.

Is tuition American or British?

Both use it, but American English often uses it for fees, while British English often also uses it for instruction.

What is the difference between tuition and tutoring?

Tutoring is the act of helping a student learn. Tuition can mean that teaching, or the money paid for it.

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