We can't afford a private college. Why should my family participate?
Did you know that at public universities, according to a UCLA study, only 28 percent of incoming freshmen graduate in four years — versus 67 percent of freshmen at private universities? The percentage of students who graduate in four years at a private college is the same as the percentage who graduate in six years at a state college. An earlier graduation means less tuition spent, and the student can begin to repay any loans sooner— which means less accrued interest. Add to that the increased financial aid available at private colleges, and private colleges are less expensive than you realize. The SAGE Scholars program makes attending a private college even more affordable.