Ok, here is the deal. I have 4 Chase cards which equal to around $23,000 in debt. The problem is my credit score is still at 700, I have never had a single late payment in my entire life on any kind of loan. I currently rent with my wife, and I am going to school in the Fall for a final 9 months before graduation. I am trying to sort out what option is best for me, In addition I will need more money to cover my cost of living for the 9 months I am in school, I will not be working. Should I try to consolidate the CC debt now and get an additional loan to cover my costs during school?