Chance Me: Rising senior wanting to get into target schools for finance or accounting [IL resident, 3.5/1490]

[Mwfan1921]

@vivid1521

I got a 1500 on NMSQT so I think I have a chance at it but there were also 3 people in my class who got 1520/1520 but I definitely think I can.

Check your selection index score, Illinois’ is projected to be 219 for NMSF: National Merit Semifinalist Cutoffs Class of 2025

If you get NMF, you will have some low cost options, like U Alabama.

@vivid1521

Financially I’m in a really peculiar position because both my parents are retired and a majority of that $35k income comes from rent from 2 homes that they own I don’t know how much effect them being retired will be on fafsa but I think I can appeal some financial aid offers and explain my families situation and how it would be detrimental if they were to sell a home to pay for my college.

This will complicate things financially speaking, and make some of the NPCs inaccurate. Both rental homes will have to be reported on FAFSA. I also think these assets are likely to disqualify you for Illinois Promise or Commitment aid at UIUC. I don’t know if you can appeal those. You can cross that bridge if and when you get there.