i have no money for college
I’m open to taking out a loan but I’m trying to pay for an associates in culinary arts. I really want a degree, it’s just important to me, and i’m a cook now..it’s my job so i figured I’d get it in that..unfortunately it’s mucho expensive.
there’s a private accelerated 2 year degree at a college outside my state. They don’t charge extra for out of staters but i filled out that fafsa calculator and it said i was in need and eligible for a lot of aid if i went there…
is that true? would going to the private school be better than going to the culinary program at the local community college?
cos it said i qualify for jack squat going locally
any advice?
When you’re evaluating aid for an out-of-state university, don’t forget to consider the additional costs involved. Private school tuition is not residency dependent, so it makes sense that you’d pay the same tuition, regardless of where you’re from – but don’t forget the cost of food and a place to live near that "out of state" campus.
I can’t speak for every possible scenario, but generally, it would be highly unlikely that your cost of attending an out-of-state private school will be lower than the cost of attending your nearby community college.
There’s only one sure way to find out. Complete the FAFSA, apply to both schools, and receive financial aid offer letters from both programs. That will provide you with all of the information that you need to make your decision.
Good luck to you!
February 23rd, 2010 at 11:46 am
When you’re evaluating aid for an out-of-state university, don’t forget to consider the additional costs involved. Private school tuition is not residency dependent, so it makes sense that you’d pay the same tuition, regardless of where you’re from – but don’t forget the cost of food and a place to live near that "out of state" campus.
I can’t speak for every possible scenario, but generally, it would be highly unlikely that your cost of attending an out-of-state private school will be lower than the cost of attending your nearby community college.
There’s only one sure way to find out. Complete the FAFSA, apply to both schools, and receive financial aid offer letters from both programs. That will provide you with all of the information that you need to make your decision.
Good luck to you!
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