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[quote=Anonymous]I think ED gets a bad rap (especially on DCUM).  Somehow there is a misconception that applying ED will allow a student entry into a program where they may not otherwise be a strong candidate.  Also, there are misconceptions regarding financial aid with ED programs.  ED students get financial aid offers (including merit aid) and can negotiate with the financial aid office re: proposed awards; you can turn down an ED offer if you cannot afford it.  Two of my kids applied ED to programs where they were certain they wanted to attend.  My older child was very happy to have their decision made and to avoid the stress and frenzy of the regular decision process.  My younger one ended up turning down the ED offer due to financial reasons but took an EA offer with a strong merit aid package.

The ED choice shouldnt be made from a place of anxiety.  I think we all do better to let go of the name-brand/T20 competition and focus more on helping our kids choose schools that are a good fit for them (not who parents want their kids to be) and are affordable for the family
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