Concerning the award from Shenandoah, we’ve yet to calculate such factors as additional fees for lessons at some of the other universities, laptop included in tuition, study abroad opportunities, cost of living off campus when older, need for a car?, travel expenses, etc. Not to mention Shenandoah sticker price more reasonable than some. So while initially I hoped and thought that as a high academic student she would get a higher offer, I am understanding it in light of the conservatory - its not like she’s filling a critical need in the symphony as a french horn player - maybe as a female MT this is a fabulous offer - the reason for my original question is weighing all these things! And she loves everyone she met there and she wants it to be her perfect fit