[hndecision1234]

This is very helpful, thank you. I have an associates but not many of the credits are transferrable for EE so I put "no degree" but I should start at a community college and get more credits that can transfer for cheaper.

Also, really interesting about GT. That's definitely a good chunk of savings so I'm going to look more into that today.

I agree about the online, when I was looking at the programs I figured there was no way someplace I'd really like to work would hire me without hands on experience. The hands on experience is what sounds the most exciting to me and it's by far the best way I learn.

[Jtsummers]

The UNC system and NCSU is also very affordable if you're in-state and very good. Also around $10k/year for tuition and fees. The Raleigh area (NCSU) and the broader RDU area could also be a good area for you to seek employment for 1-2 years before starting school to establish residency.