UTEP is second on list of top 10 budget-friendly universities
The University of Texas at El Paso has been rated second on a list of top budget-friendly universities.
Consumer finance company Pheabs evaluated 2,000 cities across the United States and created a top 10 list. The University of Florida in Gainesville came in first.
The criteria for the top budget-friendly universities were cost of living, socializing expenses and average attendance costs. The list is intended to help young people make an informed decision when selecting a college.
Why is UTEP budget friendly?
The study stated that UTEP offers an affordable education in a culturally rich border town. With a Cost of Accommodation Index of 8/10, students find reasonably priced housing options in El Paso. The city's lower living costs allow students to stretch their budgets, while UTEP's high-quality programs, particularly in engineering and business, make it a top choice for those seeking an excellent education without breaking the bank."
To see the data, go to: https://pheabs.com/guides/top-budget-friendly-universities-in-the-us/
The top 10 budget-friendly universities:
University of Florida in Gainesville.
University of Texas at El Paso.
University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa.
University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
University of Kansas in Lawrence.
University of South Florida in Tampa.
University of Nevada in Las Vegas.
Arizona State University in Tempe.
Georgia State University in Atlanta.
Indiana University Bloomington.
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María Cortés González may be reached at 915-546-6150, mcortes@elpasotimes.com and @EPTMaria on Twitter.
This article originally appeared on El Paso Times: UTEP ranks top 10 in budget-friendly universities
