I can’t decide help!
I have to pay my UMD deposit by Friday if I want to go there, but GWU just accepted me today! (so last minute)
-transfer student currently living in Foggy Bottom (basically on GWU’s campus)
-Biology major
-Full ride scholarship to GWU
-Out of state scholarship for Maryland, but will still be paying over $23,000 a year
What do you mean by full ride?
Where would the $23,000 come from to pay for UMD?
This one looks like a no-brainer. Follow the money and have a great time at GWU.
Full ride as in I do not have to pay for any tuition because the school is covering it.
The $23k would come from loans I would (attempt to) take out to cover the cost.
Thank you! It seems like that would be the correct choice, but I just want to be sure UMD isn’t a better school since I have never visited the campus (all tours are full for months) and I am from the west coast.
Both are very good schools. GWU is in no way a lesser choice. Agree with @happymomof1 to follow the money.
You can’t borrow $23,000 each year on your own. You would need to have a co-signer, or your parents would need to take out PLUS loans.
How are you paying your housing and meals at GWU? Is any of that covered by your scholarships or by other kinds of financial aid?
In your original post, you indicate that you are currently living in Foggy Bottom. If you want to visit UMD, you can just go do that. You don’t have to wait until you can take a formal tour.
Thanks guys! My mom agreed to cosign for my loans, but I have decided on GWU! I appreciate your replies very much!
Have a great time at GWU!