<p>financial need is a big factor – but a lot depends on what you consider middle income. If you have medical expenses, a large family or other unusual circumstances, then you income could be higher. </p>
<p>As an officer in the Air Force with living stipends, I am guessing you won’t really show that much “need”. Keep in mind that what Questbridge will be evaluating is whether your family could pay, not whether they want to or whether it would really stretch their budget.</p>
<p>it definitely can’t hurt to apply – and it could be good practice for college applications in the future.</p>