Where is worth paying more compared to UMD?

[Erin_s_Dad]

Now, in-state tuition at UMD is around $10k – it’s a great option to have, for a top-25 engineering university. With that in mind, I can afford out-of-state or private tuition rates without taking out loans (doubtless I’m not going to be receiving any financial aid). The extra $60k or more,

I think you are drastically underestimating the cost of an OOS degree. For one there is a very good chance your CC courses won’t be accepted. Engineering falls under ABET accreditation so if you want to be in engineering the school won’t matter much. UMD has a great program. I can’t see any way an OOS program would be worth it.