
Originally Posted by
b18hb
most schools have several programs designed to help students who are struggling financially to find a way. there are other programs working their way into schools. mesa is one, there is lsamp (in some schools), and probably hundreds for minorities. there is usually a financial aid website for major universities that has information about the various scholorships, grants, programs, etc. and outlines rough requirements for each.
i think your first step should be to look at and seriously consider what it is you want to do, then choose a school based on that decision, and then consider your financial options. there is always a way to make things work out, especially when you dig in and go after it (which is why you have to make a study decision before you can go further)