The Out-of-State Admissions Edge

Steve Cohen:

More than ever before, cash-crunched state schools are looking for out-of-state applicants to balance their budgets. Steve Cohen on which schools offer the biggest advantage.

Some kids apply to faraway colleges so they can break with their parents and party--er, study--in peace. But choosing a state school that's not where you live isn't just a good way to gain independence; it's a smart admissions tactic, too.

College-admissions season is upon us, and it promises to be just as competitive as last year. And one of best-kept secrets in college admissions this year is that many top state universities will be admitting more out-of-state applicants than ever before.

Posted by Jim Zellmer at August 21, 2011 1:19 AM
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