Hello! This may not be the right place to ask this, but I couldn't find any rules stating otherwise...

Anyway, I'm currently a high schooler in Indiana, but I want to study marine science at csumb as I'm very interested in their research program, work with the MBA/MBARI, and overall location. However, it's been hard to find scholarships for out-of-state students, and I’m afraid I won't be able to afford attending a college I actually like on the coast. Has anyone here come from inland and have any advice?

For context, my parents are a public school teacher and a self-employed guitar teacher, so the budget's pretty slim but not low enough for most financial aid.

Thanks a lot! Let me know if I should move or take down this post.