“Not only have I gained new technical and personal skills, but my co-op has been useful in helping me pay for expenses related to Georgia Tech. It’s been an incredible experience so far, and I’ve been able to explore what interests me.”

“I’ve been very fortunate, and my scholarships were more than sufficient. I even had to return extra funds at one point. It’s important to remember that there are options beyond the Financial Aid Office.”

“There’s a ton of organizations on campus, and I always try to share my email with them so I can receive updates on any scholarship opportunities they may have. Even if it’s a scholarship you feel like you don’t have much of a shot at, applying is still always a good idea.”

“Even loans are an OK option, especially if you find other things to cover the majority of your costs and keep your HOPE or Zell Miller Scholarship to cover your tuition. Evaluate what’s right for you. When you look at the starting salary of most Tech students after they graduate, usually any debt is something they can pay off very quickly.”

“I usually split my checks — half goes to savings, half I can use now. It’s not cheap, so my father and I have been preparing for a long time to have money ready for it.”

“Companies want Tech students, even if they’re in their first or second year. You can get a job relevant to your interests quickly and get paid for it.”