<p>My S just finished his sophomore year at Tisch. We are a middle income family and we have really struggled to pay his tuition for these two years. I wish i had known about CC a couple of years ago so that when he wanted to apply early decision, we would have been aware of NYU's reputation in regard to financial aid.</p>
<p>So for his junior year, we will have a second kid in college, the tuition and fees at Tisch went up nearly 5k from last year AND my hours were cut from full time to half time. Today, we received his financial aid award. I was naive enough to think that these changes in our family income and number of students would make at least a minimal difference in his award. Instead, we received the same amount as the last two years! Which means that we are supposed to come up with nearly 50k for his tuition and expenses, while paying for our daughter's tuition. Or take on crippling debt.</p>
<p>I am not trying to whine about this. I just need advice from other NYU parents who may have had similar experiences. I plan to call the FA office, file an appeal and write a letter. But it seems like what i have read on other threads would lead me to believe that they are not going to come through with more aid. </p>
<p>I would be grateful for any advice. I fear my son my be taking his "gap year" midway through his education.</p>