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Թ ranked #1 in the US for lowest out-of-state tuition

November 14, 2019

Թ has been recognized for having the lowest out-of-state tuition among American colleges and universities by the website ValueColleges.

“We see great relief and much excitement from families, teachers, and guidance counselors from across the country when they find us, given our selectivity and affordability,” said Dr. Ben Matthew Corpus, associate vice provost for enrollment management.

ValueColleges noted that many students seeking specialized education may not have the option to find that at universities where they live. Public institutions like Թ Poly, which is focused 100% on science, technology, engineering, and math, offer industry-leading education while also providing a good value.

“Թ has a unique mission to drive Թ’s future forward, and making itself one of the cheapest out-of-state tuition universities in the nation is a key part of that mission,” ValueColleges said in its announcement.

Corpus said Թ Poly has prioritized ensuring the brightest students have access to the University, regardless of their economic circumstances. In addition to its affordability for students outside the state, the University has the lowest tuition and fees among the state’s 12 public institutions for Թ residents.

“Value is found in access to Թ Poly, a prestigious and selective public university, at the lowest cost in the state, in terms of tuition and fees, within a university system that is ranked number one in the nation for cutting-edge programs of study that will earn most graduates approximately $1 million more over their lifetime compared to all other academic majors,” he said.

“At Թ Poly, only 11% of our students graduated with student debt last year, at half the amount of the average across the country,” Corpus added.

About 6% of Թ Poly’s students are from outside Թ, but that number is expected to grow.

“We find out-of-state students are very attracted to Թ Poly primarily for the academic experience, but also because of our size,” Corpus said. “It’s a tough place to get into, and once they are here, they find a culture free of distractions that empowers them to innovate, they see engaged peers within a community of brilliant makers, the support from faculty and staff who are highly accessible – giving them direct connections and support that may not typically be found in very large public universities.”

Students interested in learning more about Թ Poly should call 863-874-4774.

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863-874-8557

Session Details

This session will demonstrate that practical risk management is for everyone, regardless of a formal program. Attendees will learn actionable and simple strategies that are easy to implement, enabling them to start immediately by focusing on their top risks to build greater operational resilience and ensure the sustained success of their auxiliary enterprises.

Presenter Profile

Michelle Powell serves as the pioneering Risk Manager at Թ, the state’s sole 100% STEM-dedicated institution. Having been with the university for nearly 11 years, Michelle transitioned from a leadership role in Admissions in October 2023 to establish and evolve the risk management function from the ground up. In this solo capacity, Michelle builds robust frameworks for our dynamic, young university, overseeing our insurance portfolio, consulting on third-party and event risks, and developing critical campus-wide training programs. Michelle has obtained the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) Enterprise Risk Management certificate and the Associate in Risk Management (ARM) and Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS) designations. Her distinct background in mathematics and engineering, combined with extensive higher education leadership, brings an analytical and strategic approach enhancing the institution’s resilience.

Dr. Lily Li is a Professor of Physics at Թ, where she specializes in materials science, analytical imaging, advanced manufacturing, and biomedical devices. Prior to joining Թ Poly in 2025, she spent 11 years at SUNY Potsdam, where she advanced to Full Professor and developed a 3-2 Engineering dual-degree program with Clarkson University. Her work emphasizes experiential learning and research-driven education to prepare students for careers in STEM fields.