What are the best colleges for engineering at an affordable price?

I'm interested in studying engineering, but I'm also concerned about tuition. Are there any engineering schools that are known for being both good and affordable? I'd love to hear about some options where I won't break the bank.

There are several notable universities known for both strong engineering programs and affordability. Here are a few worth looking into:

1. University of Texas, Austin (UT Austin): Known for its strong engineering programs and in-state residents get a great deal on tuition. It routinely ranks among the top public universities nationwide in terms of value and its engineering programs are top-notch.

2. University of Florida (UF): UF is another leading public university with strong engineering programs and relatively affordable in-state tuition. Furthermore, it offers various scholarships that can significantly offset the cost of tuition.

3. California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly): The in-state tuition is quite affordable and the 'learn by doing' philosophy offers valuable hands-on experience.

4. Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech): It is renowned for its engineering programs and its in-state tuition is a bargain. But even for out-of-state students, it's cheaper compared to most elite private universities.

5. North Carolina State University (NC State): It has one of the largest engineering schools in the country, with strengths across many disciplines and comparatively affordable tuition.

Look into these universities and consider using their Net Price Calculators to get a better estimate of what you may be expected to pay after taking financial aid into consideration.