Asking for larger merit package

Artsy16
Sun, 15 Jan 2017 19:12:39 +0000

We were told early on in the process, like middle school age, to befriend your desired colleges enrollment counselors. We took the advice to heart and in the process were also connected with people in the financial aid department. Communication is everything! My personal experience, and I’m a newbie too, is that well mannered, gracious communication garners you counselors that don’t mind answering any and all questions. Now I will say that a lot depends on the size of the school as well. Larger schools don’t have the time to give you personal attention and they may not respond to many of your questions. Smaller schools on the other hand seem to be open to discussing things as long as you are polite and express to them your daughter’s deep interest in the school. Nothing ventured, nothing gained. Just express gratitude for what has been offered so far. But I would think a parent would be best suited for this kind of call. That seems like too much to put on an inexperienced teen. Whether it works remains to be seen in our case as well! Good luck to you!