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Atenas
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Should I apply to early admission even though I do not sufficient money to pay for the college and would rely heavily on financial aid?
I was wondering whether it is safe to apply to a college early admission even though I do not have sufficient money to pay for it. I don't want to be in a situation where I get to a college, can't afford it, so I have to take many loans. #college #financial-aid #application #early-action
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Nicole Baillie
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Hi Atenas O. I see that you posted this question a little while ago so I hope my answer to you (or others who may read this response) is still helpful.
I think that one way you can avoid finding yourself in a position where you get accepted to a school and then have to worry how to pay for it, is to do your research before hand. I don't know of any reason why an individual couldn't reach out to a school and/or their financial aid office/webpage to understand things like 1) on average how much does it cost to complete a four year degree 2) do costs include dorm and cafeteria 3)what recommendations can be made for a student who may need to take on private loans 4) what are some eligibility requirements for students to get federal loans.
Scholarship research is also worth taking the time. Depending on your interest, there may be an abundance of scholarships out there just waiting for you to apply! In general, give yourself the time to do the research. Start small with maybe some online researches. Document what you are learning and take those learnings to the next level as you research the schools/college programs you are interested in. Being an active participant in finding resources to pay for college may be just the thing you need to feel comfortable if you decide to participate in an early admissions process.
Best of luck to you!
I think that one way you can avoid finding yourself in a position where you get accepted to a school and then have to worry how to pay for it, is to do your research before hand. I don't know of any reason why an individual couldn't reach out to a school and/or their financial aid office/webpage to understand things like 1) on average how much does it cost to complete a four year degree 2) do costs include dorm and cafeteria 3)what recommendations can be made for a student who may need to take on private loans 4) what are some eligibility requirements for students to get federal loans.
Scholarship research is also worth taking the time. Depending on your interest, there may be an abundance of scholarships out there just waiting for you to apply! In general, give yourself the time to do the research. Start small with maybe some online researches. Document what you are learning and take those learnings to the next level as you research the schools/college programs you are interested in. Being an active participant in finding resources to pay for college may be just the thing you need to feel comfortable if you decide to participate in an early admissions process.
Best of luck to you!
Wael Al-Rihawi
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Atenas, that is a decision you have to make. However, I would wait until the presidential race is over if I were you. Lastly, look for scholarships!