Increase chance for merit aid

cptofthehouse
Tue, 07 Jan 2020 22:24:18 +0000

Getting good advice here. Though I disagree that one cannot “negotiate” merit awards, it is doubtful that the schools in OPs son’s sights will be amenable to any deals. If OP’s son wants to place that stipulation on the schools, he,can, if course, but I donor believe vin that would be looked upon favorably. JMO, here.

Aks, the rules of ED are clearly specified it’s not something up to negotiation. If it comes down to lack of merit aid being the deal breaker for ED, the school and/or your sons GC, May come down hard on your son.

I suggest your son apply for financial aid even if you know you won’t get any. That gives you an out if accepted, and you do not want to pay the price. You certainly can bring back up merit aid and funding issues at that point.

I believe ED students have some advantage overall in discussing funding as the schools do want as.close to 100% yield on ED, there is still money in the coffers and the Fin Aid directors have a more time than they will have at year end.