<p>I came across this info on Brooks website. I thought it the most candid information I have found about who gets aid and how it affects admissions as yet. I don’t know if all schools follow this pattern, but it seems likely:</p>
<p>What are our priorities? Who gets financial aid at Brooks?</p>
<p>A. Brooks assigns awards based on demonstrated financial need as determined by SSS. Once we determine that need exists, we look for students who will add to our community in significant ways. In particular, we seek high-achieving students, leaders, students of color, and impact athletes. Students who represent two or more of these populations are especially desirable. Families of returning students who were not previously on aid may apply if their financial situation changes significantly.We prioritize our financial aid grants in the following order: returning students on aid, new students, returning students not previously on aid. We will try to help Brooks families in need, but cannot make guarantees. </p>
<p>And here is a link to the entire page with other FAQ [Brooks</a> School ~ Financial Aid](<a href=“http://www.brooksschool.org/podium/default.aspx?t=101001]Brooks”>http://www.brooksschool.org/podium/default.aspx?t=101001)</p>