<p>Hey, I’m applying to Penn Early Decision and am anxiously awaiting my decision. What does this have to do with Harvard? Well, Harvard is one of the schools I will be applying to if I am not admitted to Penn or if financial aid (yes, I applied for aid during ED) is not sufficient. What I am here to ask is what would it take for Harvard (or any college) to open a file on me for my application? </p>
<p>My plan was to send in counselor forms and letters of rec next week so that they would be at each of my respective schools in case Penn did not work out. But, using this method, I would also not be required to pay application fees until I submit the online portion of my application. Would this work? I am just trying to avoid the fees if I don’t need to pay them while still being practical with my planning process. </p>
<p>Any help you guys can give would be appreciated. Good luck with all your college aspirations as well.</p>