I would definitely run the net price calculator but I agree, without need UofM is not inexpensive. Two of my nieces turned down UofM because they got pretty close to all expenses paid at directionals and they are both headed for graduate school so weren’t concerned about UofM being a terminal degree. They just didn’t want to be saddled by loans after college. These kinds of decisions get made every day by Michigan kids. We are fortunate to have so many great colleges and unis in the state. I would also look at the starting salaries out of both colleges - it might not make any difference if he attends CMU for that type of degree and he or you all could save the money.