You may qualify for in-state tuition. Some colleges have lower tuition rates for students who go to college in the state they live. This could be a tuition discount of up to $10,000 per year. Talk to your prospective college’s financial aid office about in-state tuition at your school.
National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) – State Financial Aid Programs: This resource provides an overview of financial aid programs available in different states, which can help students identify state-specific benefits.
https://www.nasfaa.org/State_Financial_Aid_Programs