tinman831 said:
I don't see why people should be worrying about tuition (unless they don't qualify for enough loans to cover the costs). Just get your education and you'll be making it all back in the long run.
woah woah woah!! Guys, this WILL make a difference!!!
Peter North, I have the exact same question...I've been tormenting myself over the Penn/SUNY Buffalo decision. Interestingly, EVERYONE I've spoken with, including current dental students (at both private and public schools), recent grads, practicing dentists, friends, family retirees....everyone says to go where it's cheapest!
Sure tinman831, we can pay the monthly BILLS. That won't be a problem. But that does mean around $800/month for the 10-year plan, and it means that for those who choose to go to a state school, they'll be finished paying off school $100,000 SOONER. That's a big difference! We have to remember that when we graduate, we'll want to buy into a practice or buy a house or start a family or pay back undergrad loans...whatever! A boat! car!
Honestly, I really, really wanted Penn, but once I realized that any program will do the job and that you can have an AMAZING time anywhere, it just doesn't seem worth it! Peter North, I think most penn students are indeed dependent on loans and just have to be careful if they go on to more school, since they'll often reach the cap for their government loans. (Then either do bank loans or take a residency or specialty that pays a stipend or go into practice anyway or whatever). They just owe Uncle Sam their souls!
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man....what a decision!!!