Consider a state school branch that is closer to home to cut costs

High school students who are worried about the potential cost of their higher education have a number of ways to reduce the cost of college. From college scholarships to federal and state grants, there are a number of vital ways to reduce the cost of tuition. If you're considering going to a state school, one way to reduce your costs is to pick a campus that is closer to home and transfer to the larger school later down the line.

For instance, if the main campus is an hour or so away and there is another location that is far closer, you can cut your transportation costs by choosing the one closer to home. You can also live at home and commute to class, which can further reduce your bottom line.

Potential employers may not be concerned about which campus you attended, so this could be a fabulous way to reduce your expenses. If you're really concerned about enjoying the full college experience, you can spend a year or two at the campus that is closer to home, and then transfer to the larger campus to finish out the rest of your degree program.  

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