Would you recommend WashU to me?

Colleges and Universities A-Z Washington University in St. Louis
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<p>I was admitted to WashU as a sophomore transfer for fall 2008. I am very unsatisfied with my current university for major academic, social, emotional, and slight financial reasons (I'll have to pay for an apartment next year if I stay).</p>

<p>I've wanted fairly badly to go to WashU for a large amount of time now, and I feel that the school is a good fit for me both academically and socially (I want to be an actuary). But the problem is that unfortunately as a transfer I don't qualify for the no-loans financial aid program. My family is low income (my efc is 0 for my custodial on fafsa) and I only received about 27k in scholarships. This would leave about 20k per year in loans, provided I still don't qualify for the program next year.</p>

<p>Would you recommend for me to still go to one of my dream schools?</p>

<p>Thanks, I'll try to cross-post where relevant.</p>

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<p>I transferred to WashU in the fall of 2006 as a junior. I really recommend that you go for it. I've really enjoyed my time here. As a side note, are you certain that you won't qualify for the no-loan program?</p>

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<p>Unfortunately, transfers don't qualify for the program. =( Though I may be able to qualify for it after I'm a current student.</p>

<p>I'd love it if you contacted me in some way about your experience as a transfer and stuff. If you can, I'll send you my contact info.</p>

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<p>why don't you call and ask if you qualify for no-loans next year and the year after that? that could certainly sway your decision</p>

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<p>College only happens once. I would say, go for it! WashU is truly worth it.</p>

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<p>That is a good idea! I'll call them tomorrow morning.</p>

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<p>lovehex-
I'd be very happy to talk with you about my experience here. We can PM or you can PM me with your email address/AIM/whatever and I'll get in touch!</p>