Hallo…
I’m a senior in high school and super excited about college, but I’m having some serious disagreements with my parents over where I should go. I live in Texas, and my mom especially is pushing for me to attend this private university near home. It’s way too expensive, and I doubt I’ll get much aid beyond some merit scholarships.
On the other hand, I really want to go to a public university out of state for their business program. It’s cheaper than the private school they want, but it’s still out of state, so aid could be tricky.
The issue is, my mom got upset during an argument we had and basically told me that if I go out of state, I’ll have to pay for everything myself. I’m kinda worried she might follow through with that, so I’m trying to figure out my options if they don’t help financially. We’re upper-middle-class, so I probably won’t get much from FAFSA using their info. I know private loans (like Sallie Mae) can be pretty risky, but if I land a good job after graduating, could I realistically handle the loan repayments? Or is there any other way to make this work without depending on my parents?
Your advise is welcome…
a number of establishments, including foundations, corporations, colleges, and universities.
If you want to supplement your income, think about taking part-time jobs in the evenings or during breaks.
Private student loans are a possibility if you require more funding, but their interest rates are typically higher.