Should parents prioritize tuition cost or university fit?
As a general approach, treat tuition and total study-related costs that the family can reasonably afford as a practical limit, then choose the best fit among those options. Compare the subjects and course content, teaching and support, commuting and living costs, whether the student can sustain study through graduation, and any scholarship or future repayment burden with the family.
Key points
- Consider total costs, including admission fees, materials, transportation, and housing, rather than tuition alone.
- Check whether the university’s subjects, learning environment, support, and other features match the student’s needs.
- Consider whether the financial burden could make it difficult to continue studying, including any future scholarship repayment.
Things to check
- Costs, support programs, and course details vary by university, faculty, program, and academic year, so confirm the details in official information.