<p>Looks good to me. Take a look at sample airfares as well. For us, going to one of my kids’ school was pricey because it entailed two flights–nothing direct out of here to there and the costs were higher than for destinations farther away. But, getting from the airport to the school was cheap and easy, not the case for some school when taxi or pricey shuttle service has to come into play. The other factor to consider is the availability of cheap housing and jobs. There are some areas where there is plenty of closeby housing cheap in cost which opens up some nice options for years after freshman year. If you can find part time jobs easily, that is nice too. I don’t consider WS as financial aid because it is not guaranteed and you have to earn it. It also takes away from time one can use working towards the EFC and more, rather than towards the aid package.</p>
<p>Another factor is what the meal packages cost and what the minimum required one costs if any. </p>
<p>For us, Stanford would have the added bonus of a sibling nearby which would mean if we visit, and for any needs, there is someone we feel would host us and take one of our kids in.</p>