Is Tulane the right decision?

Dorina333
Mon, 02 Mar 2015 01:45:13 +0000

Very conflicted about whether I should still consider Tulane at this point. I LOVE their programs- it’s the only school I’ve been accepted to where I can graduate with an accredited architecture degree, which means a lot. My issue lies mostly with money. I live in the northeast, so I’d have to fly or take the train home- very expensive. Also, I didn’t receive any merit aid or scholarship so I would have to pay out of pocket (unless financial aid comes through- which is debatable considering my middle class income).

I’m also uneasy about Tulane b/c i don’t know anybody who goes there, neither were any of my friends who applied accepted. My parents also aren’t really into the idea of me being so far from home… but they were the one’s encouraged me to apply soo… Idk it just seems a little risky to go someplace that I know very little about, besides what I’ve researched on the internet, meanwhile paying 40k+ for tuition.

My other options at the moment are SUNY Binghamton honors program and St John’s w/ a large scholarship. Still waiting to hear back from 4 schools too.

Thanks, if anyone has advice it would be super helpful!!