| Our oldest went to college when we were upper poor. Had to start at a two year state school and did well, went on to a four year state school, then earned a masters at a state school. Now she has a good job, a beautiful home and loves what she does. She worked two or three jobs in the summer, worked every break and holiday and had loans when she was done. She got some federal and state grants also because of our income level. Just to clarify what I mean by poor, we owned one car even though we dont have public transportation, our wardrobe was thrift store and lawn sale, didn't have cable and a fancy night out was the local fast food place once every two months. It was not easy, but was worth the struggle. To answer your question, most people can get an education it is just more difficult if you are poor. Can anyone go to a private college? No but not everyone can afford a rolex or BMW either. |