Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Don't take what you don't need.
For some, paying for college is a very difficult task. You may have to apply for multiple sources in order to pay for rising schools costs. I am paying for college through my employer's tuition assistance program. I considered applying for scholarships and grants, but decided not. I thought about all the students that need assistance to pay for school. My question...Is it fair to apply for scholarships, grants, etc. when you have other means to pay for school, especially if your parents can afford to pay for it out of pocket?
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Yes, I think it's still fair. A student shouldn't be punished academically for their parenets' wealth.. Just as a person shouldn't be punished because they don't have the money to pay out of pocket. I think it's good that scholarships are available to anyone who wants to apply.
I agree with Liz. I don't think that students should be excluded if they academically qualify for a scholarship or grant, and they don't really need it. Every situation is apparently based off of equality so what makes this situation any different? Besides, I've never heard of the grant/scholarship offices running out of money.
I also agree with Liz. What people don't relize is that just because your parents have money that doesn't mean that you do. I know a handful of people that even though there parents are well off they still are tight with their money and will only pay if the students major is what they want it to be.
Oh yeah. I think it's still fair. I don't think they should feel excluded if their parent's have money or if they have other means to pay for college. That's why there are guidelines. My dad is pretty well off and I am just plain broke!! I have already got a loan. Not only do I have to pay for college but I have to supplement my income.
I can understand your point of view, but there are limits to the amount of grant/scholarship money available each year. For someone that has alternate means to pay for school, why apply for funds you don't need?
But as was mentioned, just because your parents have money that doesn't mean you do. And HOPE, etc. is based on your parents' incomes if you're just out of high school. For example, my mom may be more well off during different times of the year when her business picks up.. But why should I take the extra money for tuition when I can get it on my own? I think as long as students are meeting academic guidelines for these grants , etc. then it's okay. It's not as if it's being handed to them.
I think it is still fair. If a student worked hard in high school and acquired a scholarships they shouldn't say no because the parents can afford it. The student worked hard and got what they deserved. Also if you can afford it you also have many other expenses as you grow older and sometimes grants and scholarships can help make your life a little easier.
There are so many grants/loans/scholarships they aye not running out anytime soon. We should all get what ever we can. Trust me we will pay it back in some shape or form
Thanks for changing my opinion on this. You really made me realize that we should all go for what we can get.
I have thought about this a lot. My parents have paid for my tuition because they do have to money. However, I almost feel as though since I am now in college this is the beginning of my adult life. (I am 19 and graduated in spring 2007 from Parkview High School) Since this is the beginning of my adult life, shouldnt I be paying for my own schooling? If I was to pay for it I would definitely have to use loans and other forms of getting money. So in the end.. Is what I am doing ok? Or should I, being an adult now, have used the sources out there to pay for school?
I don't know anyone that is able to pay for their own college, or that have parents that can afford to pay. My family is considered "middle class", but my parents weren't able to save money for college tuition for their kids. In fact, they haven't even got a retirement plan started for themselves yet. When I applied to FAFSA, they based my income on my parent's income. My expected family contribution is around $5,000.00. Who are they kidding?! I don't think a college students income should be based on their parent's income. How long is a parent expected to provide? Most 18 and 19 year olds that I know make minimum wage and that certainly won't pay for college.
I think it's fair. I'm paying for college right now out of my own pocket, without any scholarships, student loans, etc. I sure wish I had some scholarships, would be able to spend more of money on things that I need/want.
I agree, that it is fair for them to still have availability to financial aid in lieu of their families income status. Once they are of age for college their independent students and their family income is irrelevant.
If the parents can afford to pay for it i think they should help out.
I have a grant from GA and a scholarship from UPS. When it comes to using all the money I have to use it towards school, room and board, and food. My grant pays my tuition, and UPS pays my for my rent and food, as with most scholarships. I usually have extra money left over. My parent don't help me with school at all! I just keep my GPA up and the advisors are always refering me to more scholarships. Yes it is fair in some cases because not all scholarships require you to use the money just for tuition but for books, room and board, food and transportation.
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