<p>I really appreciate everyone’s advice. That’s the reason I use this sight, because it clarifies a lot of things that are unclear to me for whatever reason.</p>
<p>I telephoned the FA office one more time, and spoke to an extremely sweet lady who told me that with my University Scholar merit award, I’m open to apply to any outside scholarships, which would then decrease our EFC, so there is a possibility that (if I devote my time to filling out numerous scholarships) I could attend UChicago without a single cent borrowed. My only regret is not asking them MONTHS ago for clarification. </p>
<p>I’m basing my decision to attend UChicago on exactly what warblersrule outlined in his post: Feel. </p>
<p>Although I’ve <em>tried</em> to explain how at content and at ease I felt at UChicago, words don’t do it justice. With the newly acquired information, I feel so much more at ease.</p>
<p>Thanks for all the help and kind words!!! This is such a blessing!</p>