Application fee waivers may be available for students facing financial difficulties.
About 60% of the student population at Merced College receives some type of financial aid, which often consists of work-study arrangements, grants, scholarships, loans, and fee waivers.
Do not sign waivers or agreements to alternative compensation while on board the ship until you have the opportunity to consult with an attorney.
Review any documentation offered to you after the incident, but do not sign waivers or disclosures without reading them thoroughly.
You should also check with your state government, as some offer housing subsidies or Medicaid waivers to help cover the costs.