The bf sent me the link to this article. It's a very insightful article..

Having been through the whole scholarship vs papa mama sponsorship debate 4 years ago, I'm glad I chose not to pursue a scholarship+bond though it did look very attractive back then. With a year of studies left, I do not regret not taking up a scholarship, but I definitely regret not applying to "less prestigious" us colleges that offer scholarships.. My sch, though needs blind towards us citizens, is not needs blind for internationals. Right now, I'm not entirely sure if the huge sum I now owe my parents is worthwhile. It makes sense, compared to studying locally, but not necessarily in comparison to other us colleges which might have been better for me. Decisions are tough, but standing behind them is tougher. We should just remember to change what we can, and do what we want.