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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I'd be willing to bet that after driving 7 hours each way a few times (gas + one night in a hotel) OP would find that a plane ticket to Madison is a better value for the time and money. And if OP can afford 59kyr, it's hard to wonder why a minor difference in cost would be a significant factor here.[/quote]

I can afford $35k but not $40k per year. A few extra thousand will be a determining factor. It is for most people.[/quote]
Is this OP? What specific schools are on the table that are only 35k/yr (are you merit hunting)? U Wisconsin and Indiana U seem unlikely to be affordable. Consider that asking for suggestions that might help resolve the conflict on cost by factoring that in. Preferred size, geographic location, and your kid's stats would be helpful to know for posters offering recommendations.

Note that, as someone may have mentioned above, a direct flight may be easier and cheaper than trying to get to a location with a smaller airport - it varies. (Playing around with expedia to get an idea of typical prices might be worthwhile.)[/quote]

No, it isn't OP. I was pointing out to the PP who doesn't seem to comprehend that most people have financial limits so a few extra thousand dollars might be a very good reason not to pursue something that far. A couple of flights per year can add up especially during holiday times.[/quote]
If OP wants to limit the cost that much, then OP should be talking about schools that are within a day's drive [i]round trip[/i]. 6-7 hours is too far. 2-3 hours would be more reasonable.

Travel cost is a fairly small item in the total cost of attendance for those paying sticker. A cost discussion about travel alone is missing the forest for the trees. Merit scholarships and need-based aid should be the focus of OP's question, with travel cost being one small consideration in that much larger picture.[/quote]
2-3 hour radius is really limiting, even in the DC area.[/quote]

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