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But its profits have allowed hundreds of thousands of Americans to buy homes, pay tuition, and save for a comfortable retirement.

The cost of out-of-school tuition for the tests has been identified as particularly difficult for low-income families to afford.

"Our school principal recognises this too, and kindly covers the costs of tuition fees and instruments, so the pupils don't have to pay."

The nine-digit deficit and avalanche of layoffs have come as USC has steadily raised tuition and fees to become one of the most expensive colleges in the U.S.

Most college students are focused on paying their tuition, getting jobs, and going out with friends.