The 10 colleges with the lowest out-of-state tuition

While students tend to choose public colleges within their own state to qualify for a lower in-state tuition price, many public colleges may be appealing to out-of-staters looking for a change in scenery or or a particular academic or sports program.

And colleges like the University of Michigan, University of Virginia and the University of North Carolina are among the top-ranked colleges in the country, both public and private.

Low-cost public colleges for out-of-state students

If you’re looking to go out of state but don’t want to spend the money on a private college, considering some low-cost public colleges is a great idea. Depending on where you live, you may find that these colleges are even cheaper than a public college in your own state.

Check out the list below from U.S. News for the top 10 colleges in the United States with the lowest tuition for out-of-state students. They may not be as well-known as some of the bigger-name schools, but they can provide a quality education at an affordable price.