<p>Hi, I just happened upon this thread and I’d like to join all the other people who have suggested Truman State. My daughter’s ACT score was in the bottom 25% for Truman, but she still received an automatic scholarship for her score and GPA, plus one for being from a contiguous state, and it was enough for her to start there this past fall. </p>
<p>Our EFC was $8K, and we didn’t have as much as you have saved, but we’re making it work. She absolutely LOVES Truman, and we’re very happy with how things are going for her. We can’t find a thing we don’t like about it. The school itself is the perfect size and fit for her. I like that there’s a lot of emphasis on academics, and for a very reasonable price. The kids and staff seem to be extremely friendly. And since Kirksville is so small, there’s lots to do on campus even on the weekends.</p>
<p>Even the distance is manageable-we’re about 4 hours away, but there’s a train station in La Plata, about 15 miles south, so she can come home on Amtrack for the holidays. I know the train also goes to Chicago and there’s lots of kids who travel that direction too, so it’s very convenient.</p>
<p>I think if she were to apply, there are some scholarships that she would be automatically considered for if she applies by December 1. We applied early, and ended up being awarded a small grant and also work study, which was very helpful. (Then again, we visited three times, so that might’ve helped also.) </p>
<p>All in all, we’re very happy with Truman, it’s a great fit and size, and the academics are very good.</p>
<p>It’s been a great experience for her so far and we’re very happy with how she’s doing.</p>