<p>It’s not exactly an “extra” semester…? More like a leftover. I can finish everything by December 2012 next year. Most of my classmates (who are freshman admits like me) will finish Spring 2013. I could have finished a year earlier if not for the IEOR minor.
As for loan debt–my tuition is 100% paid for. I’d still need to pay for rent, which kind of sucks…but with a prior internship and another one lined up for next summer, I’m feeling more or less secure for a well-paying job upon graduation. <em>knock on wood</em> </p>
<p>FILIPPENKO – Yes, I am hoping that he will fit into my fall schedule. 
As for Astro 7A/7B~ Should I be confident that I will do well in the course without too much effort? Sorry, I need to account for possible senioritis. I will consider it, though. As long as I’m interested, I should be okay.</p>