<p>Lhasa - My D was one of the Tuition Exchange “winners” this year. She applied at three institutions and got awards at two. Based on discussions with each of the Tuition Exchange Liaison Officers involved in my D’s case, it appears that this was an exceptionally competitive year for Tuition Exchange awards. Less than 10% of Tuition Exchange applicants got an award from D’s “sponsor” college. At the “target” college where she was turned down there was only one award for >100 applicants! I attribute D’s success to her outstanding academic record and the fact that she applied to two schools who accept about a quarter of Tuition Exchange applicants.</p>
<p>In conclusion, I’d recommend treating Tuition Exchange as you would any significant scholarship. It doesn’t cost anything to “apply” and should it come through, great. But IMO your chances will be greatly enhanced if (1) S/D is a top student; and (2) S/D applies to schools that accept a significant percentage of Tuition Exchange applicants.</p>