<p>Hey OP, I was also in the same situation. For me, it was between University of Michigan (my state school) or Duke. I honestly feel like I worked my ass off and deserve Duke (my top choice) more than anything else. I did not get any aid either, but I have decided to go there. Just remember that you reapply for aid every year. What you get this year is not necessarily what you will get next year. Because I have a younger sibling entering college my senior year, my tuition will be significantly less (the financial aid office specifically told me this). </p>
<p>Overall, I think the Duke experience is unparralled. I wouldn’t want to miss out on such a great chance. And I know I will get aid throughout most of grad school as well because my sibling will still be in college. Don’t be scared off by the 200K stories unless they will actually apply to you. Go to Duke if you feel it is the best place for you.</p>
<p>YAY CLASS OF 2015!</p>