[Maven]

I'm not really surprised at the news I got yesterday. I dropped out of my college classes last fall (all except one, but the professor dropped me because I didn't show up the last day--I forget why, even, although there was an excuse) and dropped out of the classes I signed up for in the spring because some things happened that I won't go into here. I was really hoping to start fresh next fall, for which registration starts today, but I can't register until I pay back money given to me for financial aid. Like I said, not a surprise, but nevertheless a depressing fact. They want $1,154 and change, plus there will probably be another $409 tacked on for my TAG award, because they sent me the check but then cancelled it afterwards.

I have the option of going to a college in my county, but I have to take at least three basics classes, or retake the placement test and try for a better score, and I really don't want to do that. I was really looking forward to taking my acting classes, and I was all ready to sign up.

I knew the storm was coming, but I'm just feeling frustrated, because I did this to myself, even knowing what it might cost me. I don't suppose anyone knows if there's a way I could sign up for classes and just pay a couple hundred a month? I mean, as long as I keep paying, could I at least get my financial aid for the fall and attend classes? Probably not, but if anyone knows anything that might help me, I'd appreciate the advice. Thank you!

[Travelinglady]

Off hand, the only way I know for you to do that is to borrow it from an institution or from somebody. I'm not aware of schools who allow people to "pay as you go." However, that said, maybe you can talk to the financial aid office and see what they say.

[Maven]

Thanks, PAYNE1! I did call the college, and they were very pleasant and set me up with a meeting on Monday afternoon to talk to a lady in financial aid. Basically, they said I could pay 1/4 of the cost now, and set up payments afterwards, and still be able to register for classes! Luckily, I can handle 1/4 payment, and make monthly payments, even if it'll mean fewer magazines and chocolates for me for a while.