<p>I just wondered how those of you who are going to Villanova are going to pay for it? Are your parents paying for the $40000? Are you taking out loans? Did you get financial aid or scholarships?</p>
<p>I'm trying to figure this all out. Thanks.</p>
<p>I saw your post on the Lehigh thread. Are you going to Villanova? or Are you going to Lehigh?</p>
<p>I just finished my junior year in HS, so I haven't even applied anyplace yet. I know my parents' financial limits - and if I have to pay full price then I'm not going to bother applying to either one. It is unlikely that I will get any financial aid from the fafsa and I don't really want any loans because I want to go to graduate school. I'm just trying to figure out if a lot of kids go and pay the full price. Thanks.</p>
<p>In regards to payment at NOVA, the brutal truth is that almost everyone is very wealthy and their parents pay for their entire educations. My parents are paying for mine. On the other hand, Villanova offers great academic scholarships and grants for those who need them. If you receive grants or scholarships no one ever know about them unless you tell them. Just because your parents may not be paying completely for your education it is not going to affect your daily life here. While money may be abundant in this community life doesn't revolve around it.</p>
<p>Perhaps you should look into a ROTC scholarship. Grad school will have to wait four years but you will come out of college debt free.</p>
<p>My tuition is paid for by scholarships/grants, but room and board still pretty hefty, so I'm taking out a loan. I spoke with many of my teachers and they told me that you really have to chose the school that is right for you. Don't worry about the money, it will all come through. At first I did not get the money I was hoping for, but everything worked out in the end. So, my best advice would be to not worry about the money right now and just try to find your perfect fit! Good luck and by the way where else are you considering?</p>
<p>Villanova also allows undergraduates to take evening and Saturday classes that are much cheaper than the regular day classes. It doesn't make a difference in the long run, since I believe you get the same degree.</p>