<p>Hello,
If apply to a college ED and get little no fin aid, but still meet need (I am upper middle class), but also apply to an equally prestigious school early (only early offered) and receive a large grant, can I break ED? My EFC would have been met with the ED college, but the second choice would obviously be preferable.</p>
<p>If financial aid is a concern, do not apply ED.</p>
<p>There are a bizilion posts about ED and finaid. The reality is that breaking an ED acceptance is not something you should plan to do. When you apply ED you KNOW the cost of attendance, you agree to go to the college because it is your tippy top choice. If you have financial considerations, do NOT apply ED. Just don’t do it. When you get accepted ED you MUST (note, not a choice) withdraw all other applications and acceptances.</p>
<p>No, you can’t break ED for the reason you suggest. If you try, more than likely, both colleges will withdraw yout admission offers.</p>