<p>Thank you so much WOWM. We are currently compiling papers to back up our argument. We are definitely looking for much more than the 10,000 dollar range… as we are currently being asked to contribute more than half of our pretax income. Your advice is greatly appreciated.
On another note, is there any way to defer for a year when accepted ED? Or to have an extension on sending in my denial/acceptance of admission? I’m currently expected to decide by January 15th, and I am not holding out hope for more need-based aid. Instead, I am thinking of applying for more outside scholarships, or potentially working for a year to save up money. Rochester is my dream and I’m having trouble letting go of it just yet, just trying to find more options.</p>