<p>So I don't know what to do; my whole family went to Tamu and they expect me to attend. No one has ever asked me if I want to go, they all just expect me to. I have talked to my parents before and they have told me that whether or not I go there, that's where their money is going. I lived in Alaska for a while and I love being up north and I love Seattle. I want to apply to UW but I feel like my parents won't let me go there. What should I do? Opinions?</p>
<p>Have you looked at what each one will cost? Could that be the difference?</p>
<p>Sounds like you are OOS for both schools, which not only makes them a lot more expensive, but means little to no aid (unless you qualify for merit at TAMU).</p>
<p>How much will your parents pay? If you dont know ask them. Ask them if they will pay $40k per year for TAMU. If not, ask them how do they expect you to go there?</p>
<p>Maybe they think children of Alums pay instate rates?? That isnt true.</p>