<p>As we are being offered great packages from neighboring states, we still see many of our friends electing to go to LSU, rather than take the Free Ride.</p>
<p>Sure, TOPS pays tuition, and the kids who qualify for the neighboring state's free rides no doubt qualify for good scholarships at LSU as well. But what is it that leads Louisiana students to stay in state rather than venture a couple of hours away for college at a lesser or equal cost?</p>