<p>Our S got merit awards from USC for all 4 years he attended (they were offered when he was accepted, with ability to have them renewed for the next 3 years). We NEVER submitted ANY financial info to the U and none of his awards considered any of our or son’s assets or income. That is the only way to HONESTLY get merit awards. </p>
<p>Awards based on financial needs require ACCURATE financial information to be submitted. Falsifying financial information is fraud and a criminal offense with LOTS of VERY BAD consequences. Please do NOT go down this path.</p>