7 of the most expensive degrees in the world

At $1.3 trillion, student-loan debt in the US exceeds car loans and even credit-card debt. But education is an investment for the future, or so the mantra goes. Students routinely pay hefty costs to come away with the diplomas they desire.With that in mind, Business Insider rounded up some of the most costly degree programs around the world.The programs span some of the expected categories, like medical degrees and MBAs, to less likely bachelor of arts programs and music degrees.The prices listed below reference only tuition costs without room and board and other expenses.Below are seven of the most expensive programs in the world:SEE ALSO:The top 15 American cities for young college gradsWharton School ' $192,900 Executive MBAWharton School of the University of Pennsylvania has atwo-year executive-education program that runs students$192,900. Known as one of the top business programs in the world, Wharton grads have an average base salary of $127,280 upon graduating.Sarah Lawrence College ' $204,784 Bachelor of ArtsSarah Lawrence, based inWestchester County, New York, costsstudents $204,784 for four years.The liberal-arts school has a unique and individualized approach to learning wherethere are no required courses and examinations mostly don't exist.Harvey Mudd College ' $209,532 Bachelor of ScienceHarvey Muddappears to be one of the most expensive undergraduate program in the US. The Claremont, California-based program runs students$209,532 for four years.It focuses on science, mathematics, and engineering, and graduates earn an early-career average salary of $78,200 and $133,000 mid-career.See the rest of the story at Business Insider
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