Merit Scholarships

ardentgardner
Fri, 06 Sep 2013 13:06:31 +0000

pde54003, Our daughter had less spectacular stats than yours, but more unusual ec’s that fit into Macalester’s international focus. She got $16,000 in merit aid plus $16,000 in financial aid.

I think the moment of truth for her came when she wrote the “why Macalester” essay for the Common App and realized how perfect the fit would be. It was a surprise to her at the time, but everything she has experienced so far seems to be substantiating that initial impression. She is terrifically happy with the program, the faculty, the other students, etc. Finding the right fit is very important – although funding (aid) makes it possible at all, of course.