<p>Just wanting to add that I don’t think that instate publics are somehow a lesser option, or that teaching is a lesser profession. I’d hate to give that impression, since I don’t feel that way at all. Just trying to say that I’d spend the same amount, regardless of the kid’s desired field, as long as the kid was ready and able to work hard in college. If a child chose an instate school or merit offer that meant spending much less on that child’s education, I’d make an adjustment by paying for summer programs, a car, helping with grad study, etc. We actually did do this for our d2.</p>