<p>I'm a Canadian student who is interested in studying in America, but I've heard the tuition costs for international students are rather overwhelming. So before I take my SATs, I would like to know where the cheapest colleges are for international students. Here in Ontario I'm expecting the tuition+housing/fees to be between $11,000-18,0000/year. If anyone can point me to some colleges (If there are any) that are around that price range, that would be great. </p>
<p>Also what is the difference between SAT/ACT, do I need both or just one?</p>
<p>You only need one, though you may need SAT II tests in addition to one or the other of ACT/SAT.</p>
<p>No US schools charge a separate international tuition rate. Private schools charge the same for everyone. State schools have in state and out of state tuitions. </p>
<p>As in Canada, room and board charges are in the $10,000 to $13,000 range alone. Out of state tuition at its lowest would be around $15,000/year. Need based aid is only offered to internationals at some of the most selective schools (eg Harvard).</p>
<p>From my experience you will save 10-20000 dollars by staying out of the coasts.
Apply for state University in the Midwest or in Midsize cities the education is good and the tuitions are lower . </p>
<p>Check North Texas, Eastern Washington, South Dakota for example if you want more affordable tuitions .</p>