@novicemom23kids What a strange coincidence! And yes, he is a tenured professor, so I would get half tuition. My scholarship covers $4000/year, but because of the discount, all of my tuition is covered.
@vamominvabeach I’ve wanted Carnegie since middle school, so I’ve had a soft spot for the university since then. I’m trying to get my father to at least consider visiting, although he and my mother have seemed to be more at ease with the idea of me going to college there.
Thank you to all who have commented; in short, after talking more with my parents and hearing their concerns, I have been able to assuage their anxieties to an extent, and they have come to terms that it’s time for me to expand my horizons. I cannot wait to see what the next four years have in store at Tepper!