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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Unfortunately, independent schools in this area are not truly "need blind" in the way that the best endowed colleges and universities are. From what I understand, the first round of admissions is made based upon application alone. But, after that considerations are made to accept or deny applicants based upon their ability to pay and the school's ability to meet demonstrated financial need. If the school cannot afford to meet an applicant's financial need, the school may decide to deny admission.
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This is what I was wondering about. I realize that you apply for both at the same time. I just did that. I wanted to know how the decisions are made. Why then do some schools admit a student who clearly needs a lot of aid?  Do they think it will just magically appear and then they can afford tuition?[/quote]

I know. I have kind of mixed feelings about it. On the one hand, it's kind of paternalistic for a school to make a choice for a family by withholding admission if the school can't provide enough aid. OTOH, it's kind of cruel to dangle a coveted acceptance in front of a family knowing full well that the family can't afford it.[/quote]

I think their view of it is, [b]if you really want to come here then you will find a way to do it[/b]. If not, there are five kids behind you who can pay the full tuition. Your loss. Take it or leave it. [/quote]

I really want my kid to go to one of these schools but there is no legal way I can afford to pay the tuition.[/quote]

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