High tuition costs can negatively affect students from low-income families who cannot afford college. This lack of access to higher education perpetuates inequality and limits social mobility. While financial aid helps some students, rising costs mean many still graduate with significant debt that delays life milestones like marriage, home ownership, and starting a family. Additionally, high tuition prices mean colleges often select more wealthy students who can pay full costs rather than considering students only based on merit. Solutions include making tuition fees equal for all students, providing free test preparation to low-income students, and increasing aid and scholarships.