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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP, I am concerned about the effect of the pandemic on schools and their ability to offer merit or financial aid.

I think many schools are in deep financial trouble.   And are likely to offer a lot less in aid next year.  I think they also will prioritize full pay students in admission.

I think the conversation you need to have with your child is going to be even harder.  Where he gets in might not have anything to do with him as a student, but with your ability to pay.

The entire admission process is about to be upended and your high school counselor probably isn't even aware. [/quote]

A friend of mine is a history professor at a small school. They just cut 1/3 of the positions in her program, as well as others across the college and closed several departments (effective next Fall). Blamed on declining enrollment and financial pressures. It's an extreme case, but I'd be careful looking at smaller schools, especially if you're looking at arts/humanities programs as those are most often on the chopping block. [/quote]

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