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1moremom, I agree with your post, but if it is true merit, then should it not be for the really outstanding students. Every school uses a tool to attract the best possible students. Some do it with history or reputation and others with merit aid. I see nothing wrong with that. From what I have seen, most of the top or outstanding students that have received sizeable merit aid have worked hard for it during 4 years of high school. With participation in sports, EC's and #1 in academics - there were many many late nights and often a trade off in social life. But it all seemed balanced and would not change a thing if I had it to do over. Was fortunate enough to be one of these desired students and feel it to be a just reward. Accepted at 7 schools with a total of almost 700,000 in merit scholarships (school & outside) and almost 100,000 in grants. Obviously can only use a portion of that, but the final choice school will end up costing less than 1,000 per year. Without being specific it is a top rated private university. So yes, the last line of your post is absolutely valid - you have to choose your pool so you are at the top of the chosen pool.
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