I'm considering taking some online college courses alongside my regular high school classes to boost my college application. What are the most affordable online colleges per credit hour? Thanks!
A frugal strategy for taking online college courses is looking into community colleges, which often offer significantly lower tuition rates compared to four-year universities. Many of these institutions have online courses that can cover a wide range of subjects and won't break the bank. Here are a few examples of affordable community colleges with online programs:
1. Rio Salado College (Arizona) - With tuition rates at $97 per credit hour for students in Maricopa county, Rio Salado College offers over 600 online classes to choose from.
2. Western Wyoming Community College (Wyoming) - This college offers a low per-credit rate of $105 for in-state students and $360 out-of-state students. They provide a variety of online courses from general education to specific areas of study.
3. Tulsa Community College (Oklahoma) - Tulsa Community College offers online classes at a rate of $116.50 per credit hour for in-state students and $341.55 for out-of-state students.
Please note that tuition prices are subject to change, and you should visit each college's website for the most up-to-date information. Additionally, you may also want to explore your local community college's offerings, as they might provide reduced in-state tuition rates.
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