Financial Aid

2007-05-06 13:25:15 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

Next year I would prefer to live on campus, because where I live is far to school, it takes me 1h 30 min to get there. So it limits my opportunities. Anyway most of the day I spend on campus and commuting only wastes 3 hours of day.. I am thinking about taking minor (additional classes) and perhaps join some club, don't worry about weather- in Chicagoland it matters). In order to able to afford, I have to take private student loan. However, my mother and sister are against it because my parents don't earn too much now and they don't wanna me to take additional debt. Of course I hate it, but once after graduation I find job it will pay off. Besides they think that I am immature for that, though I will be godfather of my nephew. My mother was opposing that even when I was applying for RA position, so I could get free housing. I would be on most weekend so she shouldn't be that worried about my absence When I should tell my family? before or after I apply for housing or get confirmation?

2007-05-06 10:15:03 · 5 answers · asked by master343 3

Well I am almost at my college years but I NEED to start looking for Financial Aid now! I have tried to fill out forms for Financial aid but MOST of them are for college freshman 2007-2008. Also I would like scholarships. My GPA is 3.1 and I am a very well rounded student. I would like Gift Grants not just because you don't have to pay them back its a great way to start off debt free. So please help? Any ideas? suggestions?..I need scholarships/Grants/Financial Aid for College freshmen 2009-2010. I know Its early but If I don't start now I may not be able to get into college...

2007-05-06 00:31:59 · 6 answers · asked by powerpuffcutie24™ 6

What's the best way for parents to save for college for year-old twins? Parents' income is high $40's. Don't want to end up having available financial aid cut because they've saved. How does the formula work? I know it's a long way off and rules can and probably will change - but how does it work now?

Any comments on such savings vehicles as 529 plans or UGMA accounts?

Other question - if grandparents want to put money away for the kids' college, what's the best way to do that so it doesn't just end up causing any financial aid to be cut? Families aren't rich, but aren't low income either. With two in school at the same time, finances will be..... interesting.

2007-05-05 14:48:39 · 3 answers · asked by Judy 7

2007-05-05 13:58:01 · 5 answers · asked by Jarred V 2

I'm paying loans for the Sallie Mae loans for my kids college educations. I'm paying ~$7500.00 in interest this year but I believe only $2500.00 is deductible when I itemize--is that true? Would I be better off getting a 2nd mortage to tie the interest to my house which would make all interest deductible?

thanks for any help

2007-05-05 12:26:16 · 2 answers · asked by John M 1

i have a lot of bills and each class with books its about $450.00

2007-05-05 12:11:59 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-05-05 08:30:05 · 6 answers · asked by Kenneth V 1

okay, im only a freshman but i plan to go to an art school in california(my mom doesnt know cause she would kill me(not really)). I am having problems planning money savings. The tuition will be about 81,000 for two years(that includes food, room and board, the whole package). Any ideas on how to get more money?

2007-05-05 06:47:40 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

They're going to be helping and paying for maybe 8-10,000 a year, but I want to go to an expensive college and get a good education. I have good grades, I'm on a student exchange, I've been reasonably active in High School, though I don't stand out in any sports. My older sister can't get financial aid because my parents' income is too high, so there's no reason to suspect that when I go to college (september 2008) I'll get enough. Does anyone know what I can do or apply for as far as scholarships? There are always loans, but I'm more interested in not entering my life in debt.

2007-05-05 04:03:41 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

What kind of financial aid can a disabled person receive for university? (Such as a student with cerebral palsy)

2007-05-04 12:27:59 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

My mom & step-dad are getting divorced and she hasn't been working since last July. She is my only financial provider and hasn't had any income for the past year, however, the fafsa and her income tax return do not reflect this. How can a Unusual Circumstances form change the EFC?

2007-05-04 11:53:05 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

i new to the grants and loans thing...i'm starting a studio and what not, do you think it would be easy to get a grant or loan for 30,000 easy? this probably is a dumb question but i don't know about this side of business thats why i'm asking

2007-05-04 09:27:05 · 5 answers · asked by jess g 1

2007-05-04 08:36:20 · 2 answers · asked by angel_rat_83 1

Hi. My daughter will be attending college this fall. She will major in chemical engineering. Does anyone know of any Scholarships for her? She's really smart. 4.02, ACT Score 30, ranked #5!!!!!!! Community involvement, part-time job, church, family, friends, dogs.... Help? Thanks everyone.

2007-05-03 15:42:07 · 4 answers · asked by Magnolia 2

i was looking at private student loan sites and it seems they won't loan more money than the expected amount required to go to college.

my school says it costs about $11,600 a year to go. with my gi bill and fafsa i get that much now.

problem is it doesn't cover all my expenses, i had cancer last year and i am heavily in debt from it.

is there a student loan program that will allow me to borrow as much as i need? if i could just pay off some stuff i would be fine with the other money i get. the little doctor bills and bank loan i got to pay off my CC i ran up while having cancer is crushing me financially, i am trying my best to keep good credit.

and how good of credit does someone need to get the loan? i have no co-signer to help out and i don't work, my only income is from my gi bill and fafsa loan.

2007-05-03 13:36:26 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I want to attend college full time and switch to part time employment. Is this really feasable for a single mother of 2? I am persuing a bachelors degree.

2007-05-03 10:51:42 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

my student loans are getting up there.... when i graduate hows the best way to handle them.... i am like at 20,000 now... its scarying me!

2007-05-03 09:40:00 · 5 answers · asked by JebbieCakes 2

I'm a junior in high school does anyone know of any good easy scholarships..or just scholarships period?

2007-05-03 08:15:33 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-05-03 05:47:34 · 4 answers · asked by Rob 2

2007-05-03 05:36:25 · 4 answers · asked by sweets4life1 1

Any one know where I can find grants for a good amount for college education?

2007-05-03 04:00:45 · 1 answers · asked by futuremissionarydoctor 2

2007-05-03 03:55:37 · 4 answers · asked by G H 1

I am an gates recipient and thus have a full ride to UW, I also won other scholarships. What happens to the extra scholarship money, can I keep it? To be exatt I have an extra of $70000 over 4 years. How do I get the extra money?

2007-05-02 12:51:33 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

I was recently approved for a government grant for my college education. After getting off the phone with the specialist about my grant, I realized that I wanted funding for a used car versus my education since I would need the car to get to school.

If I am actually officially approved for the government grant for my education, but use the money for a down payment for a car instead would I get in some trouble? Would the government track my grant money and realize that I didn't use it for my education like I proposed? I didn't lie about it, it's just that the thought didn't cross my mind until I already hung up and the company processed my application through some national database. I don't know if they have grants for buying a car. I'm an idiot, I know. :) Any help would be great! Thanks!!!

2007-05-02 10:03:52 · 2 answers · asked by allyalleybooboo 2

My friend owes me money and I wanted to know if he's making this up or if this could really happen.

2007-05-02 09:21:08 · 9 answers · asked by Pariglow03 2

I'm not so familiar with Financial Aid, but my daughter is a Junior planning on going to College and I don't have a penny towards it. Can she apply for F. A. even though my credit is bad???

2007-05-02 09:20:36 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-05-02 08:37:45 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I need to know some kind of scholarships that will or can help me with additions monies for my daughter. I'm trying not to do any loans if possible.

2007-05-02 05:52:37 · 4 answers · asked by PAT S 1

I want to check out some scholarships and government grants for college, but he seems so fake. Is there anyone who has bought and used his books? Are they worth the money?

2007-05-02 04:53:43 · 4 answers · asked by Audania 3