What Can He Do After He Accepts Admission?

fenwaysouth
Sat, 24 Mar 2012 09:26:38 +0000

SoccerRecruitMom,

Your son would possibly lose his deposit if he wanted to go to a different school. He is in no way bound to that first school. However, the grass may not be greener at the other school in terms of financing, academic scholarship(s). and he would probably have to tryout to be a walk-on. Academic scholarships vary by school because these schools want your son’s academic credentials to enhance their profile. I’m willing to bet your son is in the top 25% of their incoming class at the offering school…you may have more leverage (with the Financial Aid office) than you think IF he is top academic performer. Go to the FA office and ask to meet with someone. You have nothing to lose especially if he is a top student.

If you have some spare time, I recommend reading “The Financial Aid Handbook: Getting the Education You Want for the Price You Can Afford”. It was the best $11 bucks I ever spent. I will be applying these principles for sons #2 and #3.

Good luck.