<p>^^And I agree with the both of you. I just wanted to give another view point for others to keep in mind. Also, I did mention that the article only specified Harvard; I didn’t intend to make an inaccurate generalization. As I said in an earlier post, “life happens (and artists really don’t make a lot of money).” So, I fully advocate the OP applying for FA (and being awarded as much as possible). I find it admirable that her parents followed a career that they enjoy rather than one that only earns them big bucks. </p>
<p>Also, cptofthehouse, I am not “jealous” at all of her being eligible for financial aid (I have no reason to. If it was not for the generous FA that these schools offered, I would be going to a Community College in 2009). In fact, I feel as though college (any college) should be FREE to ALL students (regardless of income, race, SAT/ACT scores, GPA, rank, etc.). We would have a lot more children in the books instead of on the streets…just my opinion. (And correct me if I’m wrong: is college free in Europe? Or is it just in Germany and other select countries?)</p>