Academic Recruiting Scholarships?

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Wed, 24 Mar 2010 21:13:32 +0000

ehh, I think I’ve finally given up on Clemson for our son. I emailed financial aid and they said scholarships have been offered, yet our award letter won’t be sent until mid to late April. Son received OOS waiver, but it looks like nothing else would come until he’s attending. That’s too late. He’s been offered an NMSC corporate award, full 4-yr. tuition and departmental scholarship to another school. The economy has messed up some things, but it’s pretty obvious where his path is supposed to be.

I am just puzzled as to why Clemson would wait until “mid to late April” to send award letters, with May 1st being the decision deadline. (since financial aid saying they have already given scholarships) That’s just cutting it too close. Summer orientations are being filled, as I type. I don’t mean to sound negative, as I am a very positive person, but reality is staring us in the face. I’ll take it as a blessing.