NPR College Admissions Story

LadyDianeski
Mon, 04 Apr 2011 17:50:27 +0000

Perhaps that’s because the in-state tuition is already relatively low

“Low” is relative. I know there are many folks on CC who can drop $15K to $20K per year without batting an eye. We just don’t happen to be among them.

We’re just middle class enough to not qualify for need-based aid (except loans). At the same time, we’re nearing retirement age and unwilling to ravage our nest egg. That’s why we hoped for some merit aid for our NMF. And that’s why we’re now looking out of state for it.

Look, I appreciate that other folks have different perspectives, and that’s fine. I’m not looking for folks to agree with me. But, if I’m mildly ticked off at the UNC system, I think that’s my prerogative. In the immortal words of Prince Orlofsky, chacun a son gout! ;)

Peace, y’all!

LD