Out of state tuition question

[mj53]

Probably a dumb question, but if Im given some kind of assistantship or stipend if I get accepted does the fact that I'm out of state still make my tuition costs higher or is it negated by the fact that the school is giving me assistance?

I just keep looking at the costs for out of state tuition and in state for the grad schools I applied to and they're a huge difference. I guess since I never went out of state for my undergrad I didn't realize the significant difference and most of the schools I'd prefer to go to that I applied to are out of state.

Basically trying to get a grasp on the finances of everything at the moment so anyone who has experience with financial aid for grad school your input is appreciated.

[mj53]

this may be in the wrong section but I didn't know where to put it

[kuzotz]

Yes, I believe your out of state tuition stays the same unless you get residency status to be in-state.

[rising_star]

Usually, out of state tuition is waived if you have an assistantship. For example, my current university provides tuition waivers to everyone with an assistantship. These cover both the in-state and out-of-state amounts. But, you should apply for in-state tuition status as soon as possible (and assuming you're attending school in a state where such a thing is possible).

[vegaji]

I worked in a residency office for a state school. Some schools allow you to receive residency after living in the state for 1 year, and with others you will never be a resident unless you spend a year (365 days) working full-time, not going to school, and just being a normal resident of the state.

Most all fellowships / assistantships will waive your tuition anyways, or at the very least bring you to in-state rates.

Do NOT go to a school if you have to pay full out-of-state tuition. It's not worth it. You shouldn't be paying anything for grad school, and having to pay full out-of-state tuition is insane and put you in over $100,000 of debt.

[tillium]

I received an offer that waived out of state tuition, which is to say I think that you get the same stipend regardless of in state or out of state waivers... but maybe in state tuition waivers are easier to get