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the wireless industry that would allow me to transfer wherever i choose to go(oh and not to mention I could utilize the tuition reimbursement).
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Check to see how much the tuition reimbursement is. It often doesn’t cover privates, nor OOS tuition rates.
Would you have a car if you went to Calif?
The grants that you’re seeing are only covering tuition. You will have room, board, fees, books, and transportation on top of that.
If your mom is concerned about loans and wants you to commute, then WHY would she agree to apply for Plus so that you can borrow MORE? That makes no sense.
You need to look at the various NC publics…they tend to give good aid to instate students.