Should I apply ED to Smith?

dancingtocollege
Mon, 04 Aug 2014 18:50:04 +0000

Again and again, no matter how many schools I visit, Smith comes out as my favorite. I have the stats to get in, and I feel so at home on the campus. Because of this, I am strongly considering applying Early Decision. I have some concerns, however. My biggest concern is financial. My dad recently bought a business, and what he pays each year to buy the rest of the business is approximately 40% of our annual income. So, basically, on paper our income appears almost double what we actually have. I’m concerned that I won’t get enough financial aid from Smith, and that is certainly a concern when considering ED.
I’m worried that I might not get in if I don’t apply ED simply because, well, not everyone who is qualified gets in, and I’m afraid to risk that with a school I love.
Should I apply ED? What should I do?