<p>Hey guys, idk if any of you are comfortable enough talking finances since I know it's a bit of a touchy subject for a lot of people, I'm currently enrolled at Case but I'm not sure if I'm about in the same boat as everyone fiscally speaking. I'm currently taking out some $8000 in loans, and I know that the national average is a bit under $7000, so taking out the amount I am doesn't worry me too much, but I was just curious as to how much everyone else is paying or if I am overpaying to go to Case? Thanks!</p>
<p>My daughter as an incoming freshman last year had $6500 in student loans, this year it will be $7500. I imagine by her 3rd year and beyond it will be $8500. She’s going for engineering so it’s not a huge concern. Hope that helps ease your concerns.</p>
<p>A rule of thumb per Clark Howard: take no more in debt (total) than you can reasonably expect to make your first year after college. Good luck.</p>
<p>Tuition went up by about $3000 this year, and I’m sure it will go up again next year.
I pay ~30k out of pocket, the rest is paid through a merit scholarship. No loans.</p>