<p>On the financial side, I just think there is a disconnect in terms of expectations. I agree -it is not necessarily the fault of one party or the other. Some additional communication time spent there by the school (and to be fair, reading much deeper into the financial aid materials by parents), would be beneficial in general. For Smith, it is simply a gentle suggestion. To those of you who love Smith as an institution - I did not intend to imply that Smith was heartless or draconian. It is a singularly unique school - well intentioned and sincere in it’s mission to attract a broad array of remarkable young women to a unique intellectual experience. D’s choice of Smith was predicated on many different elements, and while aid was important - it was not the only criteria. I think it is simply that the beauty of the acceptance moment, was tempered by the reality of the unexpected fiscal note.</p>