<p>Our problem with the NC schools is that they are offering only limited classes (2 or 3) and no financial support. So his going to UNC would mean paying full cost of room and board etc along with tuition (after that check to Tulane) for the sake of a couple of classes. We just can't swing that. I guess if nothing can be done at Tulane this term--and it sounds less and less likely--he'll have to see whether UNC-A, to which he can commute expensively, will have him for a couple of basic courses.</p>
<p>Duke is offering free tuition/room and board to NC/SC students--up to 75 students, I think, though I believe this offer is limited to sophomores, juniors, and seniors.<br>
<a href="http://www.dukenews.duke.edu/2005/09/katrinapolicy.html%5B/url%5D">http://www.dukenews.duke.edu/2005/09/katrinapolicy.html</a></p>
<p>ctymom - if he wants to take up one of the geographically more distant options, in New England, we can certainly be your "stand-ins", getting him there, set up etc. I know this isn't his field, but I see that Babson in Mass. is offering free tuition, housing AND a laptop. Some business courses couldn't hurt him in the future, along with perhaps some of the other basics he will need. Strong school, great location around so many other colleges.</p>
<p>I'm wishing that the NC schools could be more forthcoming for you; not sure why not. It's probably a lot easier for a Maine school to make a blanket offer to its residents, since there are so few involved?</p>
<p>wow.</p>
<p>You are enormously generous. He is not entirely without additional resources, so I will have him check this out. Interestingly, his Tulane roommate is a business-oriented guy who has him interested in some aspects of business now, and the're staying in touch, so this might actually appeal to him.</p>
<p>USF is taking students opened extra dorms, are going to make sure the students don't fall behind. Wave out of state tuition.</p>
<p>jmmom, we've looked and cannot see where Babson says anything about free anything. Can you provide a link?</p>
<p>Cornell is taking Tulane students and honoring their financial aid commitments from Tulane! Great offer, through their College of Continuing Education. (But all classes will be normal--this is an administrative distinction, apparently.) When my son asked, "But what if we gett here and find out that we can't afford the off-campus housing we can find?" they said, "Don't worry; that won't happen. We'll work it out with you." All you have to do is call and get your name on their list and then show up next Tuesday with as much documentation of your student status and financial aid as possible and an advisor will get you registered for the best set of classes they can, full-time. </p>
<p>Pending what we expect now to hear from President Cowen this evening, I think we may end up driving to Ithaca this weekend. </p>
<p>Very generous. I have to say, as a product of public education exclusively and NOT a wealthy person, I have always thought of private schools as being for the rich. Now my son has been taken care of lovingly by one, and another (indeed, potentially many others) is prepared to welcome him on very generous, doable terms. Apparently, my ideas were pure prejudice.</p>
<p>ctymom - I just saw the Babson info posted here on cc, on another thread, by marite. I don't think there was a link. I'll look. </p>
<p>Cornell option sounds very, very good. We are experiencing a similar, amazingly supportive approach from Bates. They have faxed, and we have completed, a 1/2 page emergency "application." They are planning a mini-orientation on Sunday so kids can start classes with regular student body on Monday (yes, they are starting class on Labor Day). They are identifying a limited number of dorm spots, freeing up housing meant for visiting faculty, and said they have a number of community residents (faculty, etc.) offering housing.</p>
<p>They have given us a link to their course catalog and will try to free up spots, if needed. They have only mentioned that intro Science and intro studio art are unlikely to be available. S plans to get his English/writing requirement out of the way and do some other electives.</p>
<p>ctymom - here is the link which marite provided. It is to a newspaper article. I didn't read the whole thing to see if it gave specific Babson contact info. I do know that our local paper gave v specific contact info in its article about Bates' offer.<a href="http://www.boston.com/news/education/higher/articles/2005/09/02/other_us_schools_accommodating_the_swamped_out/%5B/url%5D">http://www.boston.com/news/education/higher/articles/2005/09/02/other_us_schools_accommodating_the_swamped_out/</a></p>
<p>Hamilton College repost:</p>
<p>Dear Members of the Hamilton Community,</p>
<p>The following press release is being issued regarding Hurricane Katrina. I am proud of our community's response and grateful to those involved in assisting the victims of this terrible disaster.</p>
<p>Sincerely yours,
Joan Hinde Stewart</p>
<pre><code> "Hamilton College Opens its Doors to Displaced Students"
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<p>In response to the devastation suffered by the Gulf Coast in the wake of Hurricane Katrina, Hamilton College is eager to assist its Central New York student neighbors. Those students who are within commuting distance of Clinton, NY and who are enrolled in colleges and universities in the Gulf area that have been forced to suspend operation are welcome to take classes for credit at no cost at Hamilton this fall, depending on course availability. Local students who were enrolled or planned to enroll at colleges located in the disaster area are encouraged to contact Hamilton's Office of the Dean of Students immediately at 315-859-4020. </p>
<p>Hamilton's alumni office is also gathering information concerning the welfare of alumni from Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama who may have been affected by Katrina. Those with information are asked to contact Jon Hysell at <a href="mailto:jahysell@hamilton.edu">jahysell@hamilton.edu</a> or at 315-859-4606.</p>
<p>Several student groups are planning fundraisers to assist the victims of Hurricane Katrina. In addition, the College is conducting an American Red Cross blood drive on Tuesday, Sept. 6, 11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. In light of possible long-term economic challenges for Gulf Coast residents, Hamilton will give special financial consideration to future students living in the affected area.</p>