<p>Hey...I'm pretty sure that this is my first post, so I don't really know how these work. </p>
<p>I was accepted Early Decision to Duke. I got my financial aid package, and I did not receive anything. I got a $5,000 loan, which does not do much for Duke. My parents have set aside $80,000 for all of my education, and that means that I would still be taking out about $100,000 worth of loans. I take ap econ, so technically I understand how all of that works, but in reality, I don't know how feasible paying that off will be.</p>
<p>I have been killing myself over this because I don't know if I can afford being in debt for the rest of my life. I applied and was accepted to a state school, where money would not be a problem. I know that if there is a pressing financial need, it is possible to get out of Early Decision.</p>
<p>Can someone share their experience with me because I am really at a loss her.</p>
<p>If you think the reason your parents are not providing more than 80K for your education is because they truely cannot afford more, than I would suggest appealing your package. I did last year and by doing so (twice in fact) I received enough to attend.</p>
<p>"Hey...I'm pretty sure that this is my first post, so I don't really know how these work."</p>
<p>Actually, this is the third identical thread you've started on this topic and your questions were answered in the thread you titled, "Accepted Early Decision but not sure if Affordable."</p>
<p>I'm assuming you're not referring to me since I haven't yet posted on this topic, but do you think you could post the link to that thread. I can't seem to locate it. Thank you</p>