What to do if my daughter withdrew from an out of state university and we owe $13,000 because it was a week after the withdrawal date?
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What to do if my daughter withdrew from an out of state university and we owe $13,000 because it was a week after the withdrawal date?
Can we argue that amount? Plus, they won’t release her transcripts and she can’t enroll anywhere else without it. Any advice to fight the tuition, or lower it?
Asked on December 16, 2012 under Bankruptcy Law, Colorado
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Unfortunately, this is essentially a contract matter--that is, it is governed by the terms of the paperwork you signed when sending her to the university. If that paperwork is clear in that you would owe that amount under these circumstances, you would owe it. On the other hand, if the various applications, contracts, etc. did not make clear that you would owe this much money in the event of a late withdrawal, then you likely have grounds to fight the charge. Therefore, you need to review all the contracts, applications, and other paperwork, to see what you are obligated to.
Even if you legally owe all the money, you can try to negotiate it down--maybe the school will accept $8,000 - $10,000, if you pay it promptly. If you do come to an agreement with them, make sure you get it in writing.
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