Please use compassion. The student is paying all costs his or herself. This is a very hard row to hoe and even with such an excellent scholarship for someone who has had to scrimp and save for every penny, $6K is boatloads of money, breathtaking amounts and because every penny has been precious it feels much larger to someone who is earning his or her own way than someone who hasn’t. As someone who did the same, I can attest that having a big scholarship at a great college such as this person earned for him/herself there remain many challenges and snarky replies are not helpful.
OP–I agree with taking the Carleton offer as described in the above post. These colleges often do have a little more money that they can offer. You won’t regret it. Congratulations on your amazing offer. Well done!