Cornell Cost? Is it worth it?

twogirls
Sun, 23 Dec 2018 20:01:08 +0000

My advice to you is to use the net price calculator and see if the cost looks within the range of affordability for your family. Will any of your siblings be in college at the same time as you? That may help with FA. Are you a NYS resident? That can help…depending.

I would sit down with your parents and ask them what they can pay each year for college. This number, combined with your student loan if necessary ( $5500 your first year) plus any work earnings will dictate what you can pay for college.

My advice is to choose a list of schools that come in with enough financial aid for all four years, and/or schools that will give you merit.

Cornell is worth the cost if it’s affordable without your parents going into debt ( they have four kids to send to school), and if it is a fit for you. Remember…there are many wonderful schools out there. Good luck!