<p>Ill start with a statement most of you may disagree with: All colleges cost pretty much the same for most people. Thats because most of us have EFCs in the 17-27K range, which ironically is right around the cost of in-state. So if you go OOS or Private, your aid package kicks in. Also, if you have a competitive GPA/Rank you stand a good chance that OOS schools and some privates will poney up some merit money. In the end those very different school prices will only vary by about 20%, and, often isnt a big part of the decision point for most. </p>
<p>The rankings should be a factor either. Choose a school you think fits you, that has people in it like you.</p>