1. FUNDING YOUR COLLEGE EDUCATION
Cost of Attendance

2. Cost of Attendance Costs vary by school type Consider:
WHERE you go to school
In-state tuition vs. Out-of-state tuition
Public school tuition vs. private school tuition
WHERE you live
On-campus vs. Off-campus vs. At home
Books
New vs. used

3. Cost of College College costs vary by the type of school you attend
Public four-year colleges and universities
Private four-year colleges and universities
State community and technical colleges
Private career, technical, and vocational schools
On-line learning schools

4. Cost of College Tuition and fees Housing Meals Books and supplies
Transportation costs
Personal expenses
Miscellaneous expenses

5. Cost of College Factors impacting costs:
Housing
Food
Personal living expenses
Transportation
Entertainment
Child & pet care
Unexpected expenses
Construct a budget and stick to it!

6. QUESTIONS
1. Explain the difference between a private and public college.
2. How much will it cost for a car on campus?
3. What type of meal plan will be most affordable?
4. What happens when you get sick?
5. How much will your books cost?