<p>Hi, thank you for your feedback and the valuable advice on saving money on college apps.</p>
<p>I did consider opting for A levels, but the costs (prep material and exam fees) were a real hurdle to be honest. The external examinations I’ve appeared for are considered equal to regular schooling in the context of Indian university admissions, so I’m hoping that’s good enough.</p>
<p>Through support from extended family and friends, I can manage flight fare and a minor portion of living expenses. A work-study program would be perfect because I’ve been working these last two years to support my family and I’m kinda used to the work-study thing now. </p>
<p>I do understand that the fields of concentrations I’ve mentioned do seem disparate. I’ll be majoring in Biology and retain a special interest in psychology and philosophy.</p>
<p>Hardcore party schools like Trinity and Colgate are on my college list only for reasons of Financial aid. They will be last in my list of preferences.</p>
<p>Do you think it would be a good idea to apply to Reed ED as opposed to an ivy? Financial aid is very important for me. </p>