I recently confirmed my enrollment in NYU's Accelerated BSN Program for Fall 2021, and I'm extremely concerned about the amount of student loan debt I'll accumulate later in life. I knew their program was costly, but it's really hitting me now that I'm trying to figure out how to pay for it. Here's a bit about myself:
I am 22 and from CA. Graduated with my first B.S. this month with $27k in federal loans. I'll need $70k to attend for 2/4 semesters, so around $140+ for the entire curriculum. (I've already taken out the maximum amount of federal loans, so private loans are my only remaining option.)
Everyone keeps urging me not to go through with this decision and that getting my ADN is the better approach. NYU is my dream school, and I worked so hard not to take advantage of this amazing opportunity, but hearing everyone's opinions makes me feel as if I'll never be able to recover financially.
I'd appreciate any advice you could provide me about my situation, as well as your own experience with student loans. I'd also welcome some suggestions for the most reputable private loan lenders, if possible. Thanks in advance to anyone who comments.
