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Please clarify.

If I apply Early Acceptance, will I get any finanical aid, a "limited" amount, etc.

What about year 2? Will I be able to get more aid, if my parents help substantially with the first year.

My choiceis U Rochester. Bio Engineering.

Thanks.

By Northstarmom (Northstarmom) on Saturday, April 03, 2004 - 09:50 am: Edit

By EA, do you mean that you would get a nonbinding admission decision early? If so, applying EA could be worth it.

Otherwise, though, if finances are a consideration, I don't suggest applying anywhere that would commit you upon acceptance to attending that university. Doing so would prevent your applying to a variety of schools and negotiating for excellent merit aid.

Check the financial aid sections of specific colleges for the specifics about how they choose and distribute their aid. If you have more questions, e-mail the specific colleges' financial aid officers. That's the best way to get the info that you want.