<p>I disagree; however, even if he is justified, it does him no good to “go there.” It’s not going to help and could certainly hurt as anger and bitterness just eats a person alive from the inside.</p>
<p>It seems as if the OP is listening to the good advice being given here. I agree with others that if he gets busy ASAP, he may find he has some very good options. Most of the adults in our country did not go to top schools and many among those have gone on to find both personal and professional happiness. The OP can do the same. :)</p>
<p>Good luck and keep us posted. I think someday you will be VERY glad you are not burdened with a bunch of debt.</p>
<p>More info: my brother has 80000 in loans coming out of a small regional college with an accounting degree</p>
<p>Sorry, but that’s insane for an acct’g degree (and actually for any degree). Do not get yourself into such a bind. Has your brother graduated? What are his payments? And your parents may know that they won’t qualify to co-sign for your loans with your brother’s loans outstanding…that may be their hesitance.</p>
<p>I am leaning towards econ</p>
<p>Alabama has econ within two colleges…Arts and Sciences…and thru the B-school (Culverhouse College of Commerce and Business). I believe that the B-school Econ is more math oriented.</p>
<p>He will be graduating this spring with I believe a 3.0 gpa. He has a job lined up but a low starting salary. I do think his payments will be quite large.</p>
<p>Your stats are very, very good. And the great thing about those stats is that they give you options for merit aid. Not at some of the schools you’re hoping for, but at others that will give you a great education. You just need to quickly seek them out, apply and seize the opportunities such a school will offer. Good luck to you!</p>
<p>He will be graduating this spring with I believe a 3.0 gpa. He has a job lined up but a low starting salary. I do think his payments will be quite large.</p>
<p>Well, there you go. Your parents have “done the math” and now likely realize it was a big mistake to co-sign those loans. A low salary isn’t going to make the $1000 a month payments while also paying living expense…and your parents’ credit is on the line.</p>
<p>Plus…those loans have grown while he was in college…he now owes a lot more.</p>
<p>Pitt favors early applicants for its merit awards. And, their awards are hit and miss…not to be counted on. An ACT 33 has become the minimum for consideration for full tuition. At this late date, unlikely for this student. But, he could try.</p>
<p>It appears that only the Quantitative Econ specialization requires a large number of math classes. 30 credits of math.</p>
<p>the other Econ specializations only have a few math req’ts…Calc, Stats, Business Math, etc.</p>
<p>If you’re interested in International Econ, then you have to do a study abroad (too bad…lol)…and you have to complete (or test out of) 6 semesters of a Foreign Language. Are you strong in any FL?</p>
<p>I was browsing the Alabama site and noticed that the priority deadline for scholarships was December 15th? Am I still eligible if I apply today?</p>
<p>We suggested back in July that you look at schools with guaranteed merit scholarships, like many kids do who cannot afford the top tier “dream schools”.</p>
<p>See if you can still find some that are still accepting applications. College is the means to an end, not the end itself. Part of growing up means acknowledging and accepting what is doable, and then putting yourself into that situation and getting the most out of it than you can. And giving the most that you can to the environment in which you end up.</p>
<p>Leicaster…alabama extended its deadline to Jan 6th.</p>
<p>Scholarship Application Deadline Extended
In response to the winter storm conditions that prevented many students from taking the December 7th SAT, UA has extended the scholarship application deadline for entering freshmen to January 6th, 2014, for all applicants.</p>
<p>No problem…glad to help. You’ll probably soon ask…is that the entire app (after you’re done in 5 minutes). Yes, that’s it. Bama accepts by stats and HS curriculum. And merit is awarded the same way.</p>
<p>Because this is Christmas week, you may not get your “follow up” email until Monday. That will include your log-in info for the MyBama portal. You’ll use that to do the Scholarship app. The app is just a formality, but needs to be done…also super EZ…no essays, no LORs. Don’t worry about filling out every award, etc…you’re going to get the award based on your stats. </p>
<p>Be sure to contact your school’s GC to send a transcript. You may want to send <a href=“mailto:scholarships@ua.edu”>scholarships@ua.edu</a> and <a href=“mailto:amber.capell@ua.edu”>amber.capell@ua.edu</a> an email saying that you have applied but your high school is closed and your transcript will get sent in after the school resumes. </p>
<p>Send your test scores in ASAP as well. </p>
<p>You’ll get accepted and your award within days that the school receives your stuff. You’ll be able to tell on MyBama as soon as you’re accepted because more tabs will appear.</p>
<p>As soon as you’re accepted the link to apply to the Honors College will appear. That has a TINY essay. Not really an essay…just write a couple of sentences introducing yourself. Admittance is by stats and you have the minimum req’d. </p>
<p>* Calc has been an iffy low A experience for me*</p>
<p>When did a low A become iffy in Calc? Your stats overall show a high level of commitment to your work, I think. </p>
<p>You are getting some good advice. I feel for you because my D will, or may, have some things in common with your situation next year. While things may or may not work out with her NCP, I am here to make sure her hard work in school means she will have affordable, good options whether he winds up on board or not. Many of the suggestions that have been made to you I am making to her. </p>
<p>Think about it this way…had you not worked as hard as you did, given the same parental financial situation, your choices would be a lot worse, your options for a great experience fewer. Own and enjoy that YOU can earn a full tuition or even full ride scholarship without relying on anyone else. That is a great thing!</p>
<p>I’ll add one more option for you: Temple University has, as of this year, guaranteed full tuition +stipends for your stats and the priority deadline for those is March 1. There’s an honors program that is automatic with their top scholarships and you do qualify. Philly is not terribly far from Mass and you can easily get there by train.</p>
<p>ASAP, see a lawyer. Call your local bar association and ask for a referral. See if you can get someone to see you for a consultation. If you don’t feel that you can do that, go to your local family court and ask if there is a pro se clerk you can talk to. (S)he can’t give you legal advice, but (s)he may be able to give you some help filling out forms.</p>
<p>I’m not admitted to practice in Massachusetts and this is not my area of law. That said…</p>
<p>While the majority of states do not require NCPs to pay tuition, in some states, judges do have discretion to order child support for payment for college expenses. It’s possible that Massachusetts is one such state. Usually, courts won’t order a NCP to pay the price of a private college, but in SOME states, a NCP can be forced to pay something towards the cost of in-state tuition. Based on this link, it’s POSSIBLE that Massachusetts is such a state. [Massachusetts</a> Law About Child Support Over Age 18](<a href=“http://www.lawlib.state.ma.us/subject/about/support18.html]Massachusetts”>http://www.lawlib.state.ma.us/subject/about/support18.html) Look where it says “NEW!” It’s certainly worth investigating whether your bio father can be forced to pay. </p>
<p>Again, this is not legal advice; it’s just advice that you seek legal advice. </p>
<p>I’m NOT telling you that’s the case in Massachusetts.</p>