The document discusses the dramatic increase in tuition costs at the University of Pennsylvania from 1914 to 2014. In 1914, tuition was $150 per year plus $10 in fees, while in 2014 tuition was $40,594, with additional thousands required for fees, housing, and meals. This massive rise in costs has led students to take action to reduce the financial burden of higher education, such as attending community college first or pursuing online degrees. While college remains important for career prospects, the document examines the challenges of skyrocketing tuition.