Whether you are commuting around campus or flying home for holiday break, here are three ways you can reduce your commuting costs so you can stay on track with your college budget. If you will be driving to school every day, you need to pay for insurance, gas and maintenance. Plan on spending at least…
When you add a college to DecidED for the first time, the cost of textbooks and supplies are estimated based on a prior school year. Different colleges have different expenses What to look for in your financial aid letter Tip: If your actual expenses are significantly higher than what is listed on your financial aid…
After tuition costs, the second largest fee you’ll see on your college bill will be for room and board. On-campus housing and meal plans are helpful as you navigate through school. As you may have seen in DecidED, we ask where you expect to live when you upload your award letters. Your options are: Tip:…
Learn about college costs and the costs you’ll see on your bill Tuition and fees are the cost of taking classes at your college. This amount can change based on your academic program, the number of credit hours you take, and whether you’re an in-state or out-of-state student. Some colleges charge “comprehensive fees” — the…
What the campus looks and feels like The environment on campus is a crucial aspect of your college experience. Campus environments and cultures vary considerably from college to college. For some students, the environment can be just as important as academics in shaping their college experience. One of the steps in finding the right college…
Why and how to consider diversity when comparing schools Diversity generally refers to the variety of people and experiences you may be exposed to at that particular college. While you may think of diversity in terms of race or ethnicity, there are actually many student and faculty characteristics which can contribute to a diverse campus,…
