Flossy

My daughter knows a couple of PCPA kids. The students run the gamut from those who have graduated college and want supplemental arts training to high school grads with little experience. It's basically community college and not all that hard to get in. There is no reason that you couldn't do that and AMDA but that's 6 years of schooling and no real degree. I'm not sure what's the point.

Majortipton

Hi Everyone. I'e recently been accepted to AMDA for the BFA program. I have scholarships and loans but i still need a little bit more funds. Considering that my mom is a single mom of three and doesn't want to take out the parent plus loan. Is there anyway i can go around this? Ive tried other loans but i need a co-signer, which i don't have! Can some one please help me!

KatMT

You may want to post on the financial aid forum...

Do you already have the full Stafford loan for a freshman in your aid package ($5500)?

If your mother applies for a Parent Plus Loan and is denied you will be able to take out additional federal loan money in your name for about $4000 for the year without a co-signer.

Banks will generally not loan 18 year olds money without a co-signer, so a co-signer will likely be needed for additional loan money.

What are the direct billable costs at the school? How much are you paying in rent each month, how much do you have in your budget for books, travel, food, etc.... You may be able to cut expenses a bit. Do you have a summer job? Can you try to earn more at that job? Will you have time to work during the school year?

How big is the gap you are trying to fill?