Barney, Robin, Lily, Marshall, and Ted have always been our spirit animals, but now they are more so than ever.
1. When your statement is taking forever
I am the most impatient I will ever be when I am waiting on my financial aid, grants, scholarship, and loan statement to come out. I just want to know I'm screwed now rather than later. I'm not much more desperate than Barney during the summer.
2. When your refund isn't a lot
That split second when you thought you would have enough left over from books to splurge... But you don't even get enough for books. Ted might not be talking about his refund here, but he's definitely in the same boat as you.
3. Figuring out how to take classes even though you're broke
At some point in the financial aid process, you start to question what other forms of payment are accepted at your university. We aren't much different than Lily in that was that we need to pour a glass of red and evaluate our self-worth because of it.
4. Seeing how many scholarships you received
You're awesome as hell and your tuition is covered?! How could you NOT celebrate with a self-five? Don't let your ego take over like Barney but definitely rejoice in the fact that you've earned going to school for free. Honestly, a self-five isn't enough but it's a start.
5. Looking at the breakdown of how much things cost
Am I really paying $20 for campus activity fees when I don't even go? You bet your ass I am... Recreational fees, Student Union fees, general fee? What does this even mean? Oh, yeah, money out of my pocket... Statement of account, I think Ted is talking to you.
6. Sometimes it can put things into perspective
Sometimes realizing that you're paying 20k a year to pursue a path that you don't really care about can put things into perspective. Just like Ted, you'll question whether you're satisfied with life and if going to school is even worth it. And that is more than okay. Change your life's path when you see fit.
7. Going into the financial aid office like
Just like Robin, you're not above flirting or showing a little skin the get what you want. Walk into that office and flash the sexiest face that you possibly can. It probably won't get you any more financial aid that you already have but I admire you for even trying.
8. Trying to increase your reward
Pretend you're Marshall and your financial aid reward is Lily. Try sending them the crazy eyes and telepathy to let them know that what you have isn't enough of what you need. Keep the communication between the two of you silent so none of your friends know what's up. But you need an increase somehow.
9. When you consider how much cheaper Canada's tuition is
According to CollegeCalc, it is 72% cheaper to attend an institution in Canada than it is in California. That's enough for me to get a visa and pack my bags. You can taste the money already, eh?
10. When you see exactly what you wanted to
By some miracle, you have enough money to completely cover tuition and there is not a loan calculated into your summary. Congrats, you're winning at life, and nothing else really matters but this right now.
