B student looking for college

proudwismom
Fri, 24 Dec 2010 23:51:38 +0000

OP: the COA of the out of state publics on your list are well over the $25,000 you think is your budget. The private schools are as well. Outside of the 2 U Minn schools the least expensive would probably be Montana State.

I’m not sure if you would qualify for any merit aid at any of the above schools. If the $25,000 is your EFC then I doubt you would get any need based aid.

Minnesota has tuition agreements with several states besides Wisconsin. You would receive breaks in North Dakota, South Dakota and the Canadian province of Manitoba. Additionally, Minnesota participates in the Midwest Student Exchange which would allow you to pay 150% of the tuition cost at participating schools in certain programs.

Here are some links you might find useful:

[Reduced Out-of-State Tuition Options](Blog - Get Ready for College)