ASK QUESTIONS HERE: Part III - Page 5

adrivit · 03-17-2009, 02:09 PM

Hello Justin,

My friend who applied with me from India, got his admission decision (acceptance) via email today, along with his financial aid package. But me and some others didn't. No email, be it accept or reject. What's wrong? Are only the accepted sent an email? Phew, this is terrifying!!

candyman92486 · 03-17-2009, 02:16 PM

adrivit,

Acceptances are typically sent via email to int'l students a week or two prior to April 1. Paper materials are then sent via snail mail.

I'd be patient. Not all acceptance emails are sent at the same time.

- Justin

Emp · 03-17-2009, 05:25 PM

I am an idiot and read India as Indiana and started freaking out haha. So, is it only international students who will receive an email acceptance? Also, when should we expect snail mail if we're in the U.S. (Fl, in my case)

Thanks!

candyman92486 · 03-17-2009, 10:32 PM

Emp,

Domestic applicants receive notification via snail mail only no later than April 1. Applicants from nearby states may hear back a day or two earlier than those from your area.

Good luck!

- Justin

Emp · 03-17-2009, 11:16 PM

Alright, thanks so much for your help, Justin!

adrivit · 03-19-2009, 02:29 PM

Justin,

I emailed admissions about me not getting a decision while my Indian friends have already got one and the reply was that they are going to mail me my decision next week. Err ... without sounding utterly paranoid ... does that mean I didn't make it and as a rejection I get a late decision, after the accepted ones that is?

Adrivit.

candyman92486 · 03-19-2009, 03:17 PM

adrivit,

No, I don't think it means a sure rejection. Just be patient. There's no rhyme nor reason as to when decisions are sent out.

- Justin

uplander · 03-25-2009, 07:38 AM

hey justin,
do the students have to purchase the health plan every year or is it enough for all 4 years?

thanks!

candyman92486 · 03-25-2009, 08:36 AM

uplander,

From the 'Health Services' website:

<<< Lafayette College encourages all students to have Health Insurance. Varsity Athletes and International Students are required to have Lafayette College Group Health Insurance or comparable coverage with another health plan. >>>

From the 'College Catalog':

<<< Optional student health insurance will be available for academic year 2009-10 at an estimated annual fee of $1,999. This coverage provides hospital, prescription, and medical-surgical benefits for 12 months beginning August 1, when subscribers are registered as full-time students. Coverage continues during vacation periods. A plan description and enrollment application announcing the actual fee are included with the fall semester billing. >>>

- Justin

uplander · 03-25-2009, 10:27 PM

Thanks justin!
would it be okay if I did not purchase any health plan? i mean would you advise that?

candyman92486 · 03-25-2009, 10:43 PM

uplander,

I would not recommend coming to college without health coverage of some kind, especially for int'l students. You don't have to purchase the college's coverage, though -- it does seem rather pricey.

- Justin

uplander · 03-25-2009, 10:52 PM

Then i guess i will purchase a health plan only after i come to the college, after sorting through my choices.
I talked to some other people and they said that its not a big deal as the health plan never covers the expenses completely....
Lafayette has one for $1400...what would be other cheaper ones worth?

candyman92486 · 03-25-2009, 11:32 PM

uplander,

Health insurance plans range in cost, depending on the amount of coverage you desire. For more information regarding your options, I'd get in touch with Health Services.

- Justin

uplander · 03-25-2009, 11:36 PM

thanks Justin!!!
Since i am already on financial aid worth 50k, will it be ok if i asked the college to waive my insurance fees? i heard somebody did that somewer else...

candyman92486 · 03-25-2009, 11:37 PM

uplander,

I don't know, but it sure wouldn't hurt to ask!

- Justin