1. Cost of Higher Education 1

2. Choices You can influence how much postsecondary education will cost. 2

3. Questions to Ask Yourself 1.What kind of program do you want to study? 2.What community will fit you best? 3.Where do you want to live? 4.What do you want to spend on books? 5.What kind of transportation will you need? 6.What do you want to spend on personal expenses? 3

4. Direct Costs for All Students Tuition Fees Books 4

5. Choices  Live at home  Live with friends and pay rent  Live in a dorm on campus Room and Board 5

6. Indirect Costs Transportation Personal Recreation 6

7. Total Cost of Higher Education What did you learn about your choices? 7