In-State Tuition

[101160]

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I'm really concerned about this.

I'm applying to undergradute colleges based on dental schools that appeal to me so I can benefit from in-state tuition.

How much difference does it make if you go to a dental school as an out-of-state student?

 

[ItsGavinC]

That's a crazy move on your part. It doesn't really matter at all, unless it's for the sake of saving tuition. But even then, what are the odds that you'll get into that one school in the state where you are moving?

You need to make a decision based on something more tangible.

 

[101160]

That's a crazy move on your part. It doesn't really matter at all, unless it's for the sake of saving tuition. But even then, what are the odds that you'll get into that one school in the state where you are moving?

You need to make a decision based on something more tangible.

So there's no advantage to being in the state that has my desired dental school?

Or is it just better to apply as an out-of-stater?

I have:

Harvard
Stanford
Duke
UNC
Michigan
PSU
UCB
USC
UCLA
UK (state school)

Still trying to decide whether I should take out UCLA and put in Notre Dame instead.

 

[Xenon]

So there's no advantage to being in the state that has my desired dental school?

Or is it just better to apply as an out-of-stater?

I have:

Harvard
Stanford
Duke
UNC
Michigan
PSU
UCB
USC
UCLA
UK (state school)

Still trying to decide whether I should take out UCLA and put in Notre Dame instead.

I think California will be a good choice since it has comparably many state schools there. But again, like Gavin implied, the huge number of in-state applicants, stringent selection factors, cost of living, etc, may work against your ultimate aim of saving on tuition. Many private dental schools do offer scholarships, and your final debts may not look that bad anyway.

 

[tinman831]

If you are only applying to the schools in the state you are living in, you are drastically reducing your chances of getting accepted by any school. While the chances of you getting into your own state school are much better than an out of state applicant, if all you do is apply to the 2-3 schools in your state, what are the odds you'll get in? They'll be a lot less than if you apply to those out of state schools too.

Now if you are talking about applying to schools that allow you to qualify for instate tuition after a year, that's a whole different issue. Most schools allow you to change your status to in state after a year provided you meet certain guidelines. It's best to check with the schools you're applying to.

 

[lilchinoboy03]

like everyone else said...i dont think you should worry about that just yet. if you are applying to undergrad...go to the school you want to go to. just looking at ur list..there is already a huge tuition difference between UC schools and a private ivy league university...but that also should not influence your decision..go where you fit best...where your ambition draws you to...money doesnt matter...going into dental school..odds are if your family isn't baller you're going to have to take out loans...and for sure you're going to pay them off easy after you graduate and start practicing...so don't let tuition sway your decision...although it is an issue..it shouldn't have a huge impact on your decision as of right now.