Deposit problem: advice needed

[namarie]

I have been accepted to a dream program at King's College London. The program and research match my interests perfectly. I have also been applying for scholarships to help cover the cost of tuition. Unfortunately, I was blindsided by a request for a $3,000 deposit by the end of April. I knew a program may request a deposit to hold a place, but I never thought it would be that much money. I'm not sure how I could possibly pay this, as neither I nor my family have that kind of money laying around. 

I'm thinking of writing a letter explaining how the deposit is a make or break situation for me. I love the program and the research opportunities, and it is my top choice. I would be able to pay the tuition, as I have applied for scholarships and I have the ability to apply for loans, but at this point in time I don't have $3,000. Do you think it's worth explaining my situation to them and seeing if they decrease or waive the deposit? Or should I just cut my losses and move on? 

[iloveOM]

1 hour ago, namarie said:

I have been accepted to a dream program at King's College London. The program and research match my interests perfectly. I have also been applying for scholarships to help cover the cost of tuition. Unfortunately, I was blindsided by a request for a $3,000 deposit by the end of April. I knew a program may request a deposit to hold a place, but I never thought it would be that much money. I'm not sure how I could possibly pay this, as neither I nor my family have that kind of money laying around. 

I'm thinking of writing a letter explaining how the deposit is a make or break situation for me. I love the program and the research opportunities, and it is my top choice. I would be able to pay the tuition, as I have applied for scholarships and I have the ability to apply for loans, but at this point in time I don't have $3,000. Do you think it's worth explaining my situation to them and seeing if they decrease or waive the deposit? Or should I just cut my losses and move on? 

At first, congratulation on your admission. In my view, I think that it's worth explaining. First, it is your top choice; second, even if they do not accept any changes, you have tried every thing you can do. Just one email and you can have a clear direction of what to do next. Good luck!

[namarie]

1 hour ago, iloveOM said:

At first, congratulation on your admission. In my view, I think that it's worth explaining. First, it is your top choice; second, even if they do not accept any changes, you have tried every thing you can do. Just one email and you can have a clear direction of what to do next. Good luck!

Thanks! I was leaning in that direction but wanted someone else's advice.