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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]With the crazy wait lists and demands there is no legal reason to enforce the contract. If they can't fill the spot then maybe they can go after you. A good lawyer can write a letter to the school explaining the laws in your state. Typical rules

- A full refund of tuition if the student withdraws before the start of the school year or term.
- A partial refund (e.g. 50-75% of remaining tuition) if the student withdraws within the first few weeks of the school year or term.
- No refund for tuition if the student withdraws after a certain cutoff date, such as 4-6 weeks into the school year or term.[/quote]

Not every school has a waitlist.  Also where did you get these "typical rules" from??  Most enrollment contracts are pretty tight and absent tuition insurance the school can go after you for the money and will most likely win.  Appealing to the school with your rationale and hoping they will let you out is the best play.  If the reason is sound and with documentation (diagnosis school can't serve well, major unexpected family life change, etc), many Head's will have a heart.  If you start with a lawyer, you're going to get their back up and hear back from their lawyer.[/quote]

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