Disadvantage of kid #1

lerkin
Fri, 20 Apr 2012 13:30:33 +0000

When is kid #2 graduating? If it is soon after kid #2, kid #1 might want to consider taking a year or 2 as a gap year.

I know it is not ideal, but this kid #1 can earn some college money while working during gap years. Otherwise your only choice is to find more affordable school for kid #1.

P.S. I understand your frustration. There are many things about financial aid I find unfair. However, it is what it is and you have to just figure out what works for you and your family.