OK, so which form do you fill out first the MWU form or the FAFSA? And how do you apply for the Perkins Loans. I don't want to ask for too much Stafford or PLUS on the MWU app if I can get some from a Perkins Loan. I'm new to this, bare w/ me.
OK, so which form do you fill out first the MWU form or the FAFSA? And how do you apply for the Perkins Loans. I don't want to ask for too much Stafford or PLUS on the MWU app if I can get some from a Perkins Loan. I'm new to this, bare w/ me.
I chose Discover cuz they're the only ones that pay for origination and default fee I believe for Stafford loans...and I am PISSED right now that I didn't receive the Perkins Loan
Im a fourth year, so I know a little about this.
Take just less than you think you will need. You can always take more. If you take more originally, you will spend it even if you don't need it.
Im graduating with 218k in debt which is bad, but definitely not horrible, and some of my classmates are at around 300k.
So, how do I choose discover over MWU? And for anyone, what if I overestimate or underestimate how much I need on the MWU application? Can you ask for more later, or get less if you decide you don't need all your awarded?
First you have to fill out MWU's general financial aid application. Then to choose discover you just go to discover's website and fill out an application for Stafford and Grad Plus (each one is a separate application). Then choose to sign the MPN electronically and you list MWU as the institution you will be attending. When you are filling out the application they will ask what amounts you want to request. At this point don't bother requesting amounts and if they require you to enter an amount just put the max. (I don't think they required me to enter amounts.)
They will then give you an award letter which will probably be for the maximum amount you qualify for. Once you figure out where you will be living and other variables adjust your amount with the financial aid office (hopefully to a lower amount).
That is the lump sum of everything I did, hope it helps!
Don't be pissed, a fin aid counselor just told me they don't consider med or pharm students for the perkins loans, I thought that was stupid, but that's life I guess. So, how do I choose discover over MWU? And for anyone, what if I overestimate or underestimate how much I need on the MWU application? Can you ask for more later, or get less if you decide you don't need all your awarded?
Anyway....is anyone else trying to decide between living in DG/Lombard area and Oak Park? I'm realizing that I need to act soon and I can't decide!
i'm assuming you mean oak brook? Oak Park is not somewhere you want to live and commute to DG. I would suggest DG/Lombard, or even Westmont. Oakbrook, while close, can be a bit ritzy/pricier. I mean, really, I think DG will have a good, affordable place.
No, I meant Oak Park. Several people have said that there are a handful of people in 1st and 2nd year who live here. I've hear drive times anywhere from 20-30 mins (google maps has it at 20 mins), obviously more with an accident or during peak rush hour.
I assume you are from Chicago, seeing as you are at UNECOM right now? If so does ~25 mins sound right?
On another note- Any current MS know how good the school insurance plan is? Maybe list some Pros and Cons...
For those of you that have applied for financial aid, what is the max amount of stafford loan we can get? The website lists it as $42,722 w/ $8,500 sub and $34,222 unsub.
How do we hear about decision? They said that they send a letter in mail, but I was wondering since the application was online, do they update the status on website first and then send the letter? just curious.
Why on the MWU financial aid app do they ask us what kind of car we will drive to campus? Is this for parking permit or something, or does the kind of car we have effect how much aid we will get?
CCOM posts make me happy.
Realizing that I am going to be $300,000 in debt makes me sad.
Anyway....is anyone else trying to decide between living in DG/Lombard area and Oak Park? I'm realizing that I need to act soon and I can't decide!
Does anyone know how many people get off the alternate list? I was recently put on alternate list and it is making me nervous that I might not end up getting accepted. When do we usually hear about it?
Does anyone know how many people get off the alternate list? I was recently put on alternate list and it is making me nervous that I might not end up getting accepted. When do we usually hear about it?
Does anyone know how many people get off the alternate list? I was recently put on alternate list and it is making me nervous that I might not end up getting accepted. When do we usually hear about it?
Does anyone know how many people get off the alternate list? I was recently put on alternate list and it is making me nervous that I might not end up getting accepted. When do we usually hear about it?
Can you borrow the max stafford loan amount (sub & unsub) from one company such as Discover? or do you have to borrow from several different companies to get the total amount?
I borrowed the full amount for stafford and grad plus only from discover, so ya you can.
Do you have to wait until your FAFSA is processed and sent to the school before you can apply w/ discover? B/c I filled out all the info on discovers website and they want me to e-sign a promissary note, but they haven't said how much I'm going to get or anything yet, what the heck is this all about?
You can apply, but the Fin Aid office will expect your FAFSA before they approve any loans.
I will most likely be living in the Oak Park/Forest Park area. I know it will be a longer commute but I am excited to live in the neighborhood. Also, I don't have a lot of options since my boyfriend will be working in the city. I've been looking for places on craigslist and so far it seems like they don't have any places up that are leasing July and August. Have you found anything yet?
I'm a little late to reply to this... but I can give you a little info on the Oak Park/Forest Park aspect. I currently live in Forest Park, and I absolutely love it. While I don't think you will have much (if any!) free time as a medical student, what little you do - if you are interested in going in to Chicago this is the perfect location. I do have some experience of commuting as I have been assisting with a class for the past 3 years at CCOM. Even in the dead of winter, or with a car accident, it has never taken me more than 30 mins to get to campus for an 8 am start (read: heavy traffic time of day). I would say the average would be between 18-20 mins, but I do live close to 290. So if you are a little off of the expressway it might take a little longer. I live 2 blocks from the blue line train, so getting into the city is no problem and I almost always take advantage of the train. The area also has a lot of medical students from Loyola living in the OP/FP area, you'll notice them in the coffee shops. Oak Park also has a really nice relatively new library that is good for studying. And Dominican University is a not too far either with library hours from 8 am - midnight 7 days a week. I do know there is a handful of students in the OP/RF area as 1st and 2nd year students and most seem happy living there. I'm not sure about your lack of being able to find places to lease. I actually own my house - it's a two flat, and I rent out the top level as a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apt, with 2 parking spaces, and 2 decks. I know there are a lot of 2 or 3 flat apartments in the area, or single family homes to rent. If you are looking for straight apartments there are a few larger apartment complexes, but you won't find many large apartment building complexes in the area. Try craigslist. You are correct in saying this is a good location if your sig other has to work downtown. This is a happy medium for both of you. The restaurants and pubs in both downtown Forest Park and Oak Park are great too. If you have any other questions on the area I'd be happy to help!
I'm currently waitlisted, and patiently waiting hope things are going to fall into place and I will be getting off of the waitlist!