<p>We had situation similar to @connections - non-MT S was accepted to six top-notch, nationally-recognized, wonderful art schools. Several offered “good” scholarships, one (SVA) offered debt only. That S is living at home and attending the one we/he can afford - it is NOT nationally-recognized. Both he, and MT S knew our position/ability/willingness to pay from the very beginning of the application process. Both sons were encouraged to “earn” money however they could - jobs, scholarships, “selling” their talents, etc. MT S was accepted to three fine programs. He currently attends the one that gave full ride.</p>