<p>A private school sometimes costs less than state schools, as proven by the anecdotes within this thread.</p>
<p>I personally take classes at the local community college (I’m an 11th grade high school student). They are very so-so. The mix of older adults taking the classes, along with the high school students who wanted to expand their opportunities while in high school, along with students using the cc as a ‘bridge’ creates three distinct groups who are comfortable with very different paces of learning. Nothing is wrong with it, but for many people motivated enough to seek out a college website, community colleges are less than ideal. However, they sound like they might be a good match for your son.</p>
<p>All I’m trying to say is don’t rule out other options. Over the next year and a half your sons interests might change. Concerning Geneva, their website (<a href=“http://www.geneva.edu/object/fin_aid_faqs.html[/url]”>http://www.geneva.edu/object/fin_aid_faqs.html</a>) says that you can request an approximation of your financial aid before your son applies. This might be of value to your family.</p>