Am I screwed?

Mindrust
Mon, 05 Apr 2010 15:52:42 +0000

I was recently accepted to Uconn (2-3 weeks ago) as a transfer for the 2010 Fall semester, but I’m not sure whether or not I will be getting aid.

I filled out the FAFSA for the school I attend now (WCSU) before the deadline, but I did not add Uconn as one of the schools to receive my application because I didn’t know if I was going to be accepted or rejected.

I called the Uconn financial aid office and they told me I am possibly still eligible for financial aid, but I most likely won’t receive any grants due to it being sent in past their deadline.

Is it worth going if I have to take out a substantial amount of private loans just to satisfy one semester’s tuition & room/board fees? What should I do if I don’t get any aid?

Any advice is welcome.