Annz

yeah You should be happy. Good Luck with school.

JoanneS

Oh dear, I'm sorry to hear that. Why is it a source of anger?

Alu_Rathbone

Because there is so little help for some students. Especially if you are white... There is so much more help for others, black, asian, hispanic, native american. Women do get help, but, you have to be going into something that a woman typically do not go into.

I have a friend who went into engineering, and her entire tuition, room, and board were paid off, with out a single loan.

That! And most students don't even think of appealing to their school for more aid.

What I did originally was send an email to the financial aid office, and they told me to either get on a payment plan, OR appeal to the director of Financial Aid. I then sent the same email to the director of F.A. I explained my situation and what my mom did for a living and what not. Then I was offered more.

But! THere are so many schools that just refuse to truly help there students. THat angers me!

I wish I was a billionaire! I would offer a student or two a full ride, regardless of race or religion. The only qualification requirement is that they be in need, and sign a document stating they will remain in school.

JoanneS

JoanneS

I'm sorry to hear that. I guess it pays to be persistent as you have been.

Alu_Rathbone

In situations like this, you HAVE to be persistent! I'm just counting my lucky stars that I was able to get the help.

This year I'll have to work my bum off so that I can get a scholarship from the school and so on!

auntiehenno

Congrats!What will you study?

martha jo

Good for you. What are you going to study and where? My girl graduated last year with first degree and is now in grad school but she has so many loans. She got grants and scholarships but went to a private school and it was so expensive. Would not let her if had to do it over. Now she is in state grad school. I am paying one but she is facing many down the road so if you can do without your life will be easier.

Alu_Rathbone

I'm going to Elmhurst College, a private college. I am studying History with intent to teach.

I'm going to shadow a teacher this fall... well two of them... one in high school and one in elementary. If I go into teaching, my ultimate goal will to become a Professor.

zz-pd

Good for you. Know relax and be happy. God bless. Penny