In-State vs Out-of-State Tuition Key Terms Quiz

3 quick questions on the terms from the In-State vs Out-of-State Tuition calculator. Answer one at a time, then see your full results at the end.

Question 1 of 3

"Cost of attendance (COA)" is...

The amount a student actually pays after all scholarships are applied Only the cost of tuition and mandatory fees, excluding housing The total cost of a four-year degree, not a single year The full sticker price of a year of school, before any aid

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Question 2 of 3

"Capitalized interest" means...

Interest that's forgiven for students who graduate with honors A one-time interest charge applied only in the first year of a loan The interest rate cap set by federal law on student loans Unpaid loan interest added to your principal, so it starts accruing interest too

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Question 3 of 3

"Tuition reciprocity" refers to...

A rule requiring all students to pay the same tuition nationwide A discount for students who apply to multiple schools at once Regional agreements (like WUE) that let some out-of-state students pay reduced rates A program that lets students swap universities mid-degree

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