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Sarah
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How can a student who has her mind set on a specific school, work to match the price of her much cheaper (but less preferred) options?
I'm in 12th grade.
Looking at trying to attend Bellarmine University in Louisville KY, but I have been offered cheaper options that I would rather not take.
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Karin P.
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Hi Sarah,
I don't know what your other option is, but here is some general information on Bellarmine University:
https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/colleges/bellarmine-university
Find the same information on your other option and compare the two. Also compare the two academic programs you are considering.
Do you feel the higher price is justified? What draws you to this school? Is it more the vibes or the academics?
Depending on your family's financial situation paying for a more costly school might not be an issue. But if it is an issue, think about the actual value you are getting.
You can make your two options more equal if you qualify for significant aid, e.g. by getting significant merit aid, qualifying for an athletic scholarship or by winning external scholarships.
If you are from Louisville, can you live at home instead of in res? It would save more than $10000 per year for accommodation and you could eat at home too. Unfortunately, living at home would also put a damper on your college experience.
You could also get a job, save some money before you attend university and work while you are in school.
I hope this helps! All the best to you!
KP
I don't know what your other option is, but here is some general information on Bellarmine University:
https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/colleges/bellarmine-university
Find the same information on your other option and compare the two. Also compare the two academic programs you are considering.
Do you feel the higher price is justified? What draws you to this school? Is it more the vibes or the academics?
Depending on your family's financial situation paying for a more costly school might not be an issue. But if it is an issue, think about the actual value you are getting.
You can make your two options more equal if you qualify for significant aid, e.g. by getting significant merit aid, qualifying for an athletic scholarship or by winning external scholarships.
If you are from Louisville, can you live at home instead of in res? It would save more than $10000 per year for accommodation and you could eat at home too. Unfortunately, living at home would also put a damper on your college experience.
You could also get a job, save some money before you attend university and work while you are in school.
I hope this helps! All the best to you!
KP