smartypantts Posted April 5, 2019 Share Posted April 5, 2019 Got into the program of my dreams(great pance rates, brand new facilities, tons of clinical exposure, etc.) and was ecstatic until I found out the tuition for a three year program would end up being around 120k. On top of that, the program is in an area with a high cost of living bringing my total borrowed amount to ~165k. Since a new cycle is approaching, I am highly considering reapplying to find a cheaper option. But I also think it'd be ridiculous to give up a guaranteed seat for a possible seat. Has anyone been in a similar situation? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MT2PA Posted April 5, 2019 Share Posted April 5, 2019 If you're only estimating $15k/yr in living expenses either the are is not as high COL as you think or you are grossly underestimating the cost. Look it's a LOT of debt. And frankly I think you're underestimating it but either way it puts you at AT LEAST $1600k+/mo in loan repayment which is a LOT. It is a very cumbersome amount. But you aren't guaranteed an acceptance next year, either. Only you can decide what the right choice is for yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gbpmk399132 Posted April 8, 2019 Share Posted April 8, 2019 I would not put myself through the torture of another cycle. I had to decide between two acceptances. Both programs including the cost of living are over $120,000. I'm starting this summer. It is just what we have to accept haha. The rewarding career that follows will allow us to eventually pay off the loans. I would attend this school you really like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Potatolife Posted April 15, 2019 Share Posted April 15, 2019 You reapplying because you don't want to pay that much is also making you miss out on a year's worth of income as a PA ($90k+). You're also not guaranteed a spot for next year. You also don't know if you'll get accepted into another school with cheaper tuition. I recommend just going to the school you were accepted into Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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