Venturing Out - Which States Send Most Kids to Out-of-State Colleges?

Hello there! I am a junior researching on college distribution of students. By any chance, do you know which states send the majority of their high school graduates to out-of-state colleges? I'm interested because I want to gauge how common it is in my area to attend an out-of-state college. Any sources would be appreciated!

Sure, I’d be happy to help! The states that traditionally send the majority of their high school graduates to out-of-state institutions are mostly smaller states, often those with fewer higher education options. Here are a few examples:

1. Vermont: As the Green Mountain State has a smaller population and limited higher education institutions, many students typically opt for out-of-state schools.

2. New Hampshire: Similar to Vermont, many of New Hampshire's students often choose to attend universities out of state.

3. Alaska: Given Alaska's geographical location and the limited number of in-state options for higher education, Alaskan students often look out-of-state for colleges as well.

4. Delaware: Although Delaware has a renowned university, many students choose to venture out-of-state for their higher education needs.

Please note that these are broad trends and not absolutes, and the representation of out-of-state students can vary widely by specific colleges even within these states. Make sure to research potential schools of interest to see their specific in-state versus out-of-state ratios. This information can usually be found on a college’s “Class Profile” or “Admissions Statistics” page on their official website.

However, it's important to remember that choice of college should be based on fit and match for your personal and academic needs, rather than what's usual in your state or for students of your background. Whether a college is in-state or out-of-state is just one factor among many that you might consider.