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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Grinnell has only released ED1 and Questbridge acceptances, right? If so, aren’t they obligated to go? This situation doesn’t add up. [/quote]

Asking again. I’m confused as to how these are the choices when they seemingly couldn’t be. [/quote]
OP didn’t actually say there was an offer of admissions from both. If Grinnell hasn’t released (or doesn’t offer - I don’t know) EA results, maybe this is all an academic exercise in preparation for anticipated success?

No idea. It would be great if OP clarified.  [/quote]

I assume the kid is in at Pitt, and considering applying ED2 to Grinnell. ED2 apps are due today. That means now is the time to decide which you prefer, because if the kid gets into Grinnell ED2, Pitt will be off the table. [/quote]

Also: students accepted ED to Grinnell are guaranteed $20k of merit. There’s no guaranteed merit in RD. Which explains why OP wants to decide this now. [/quote]

Except OP said the costs were comparable. $20K off Grinnell is still way above Pitt OOS. And if OP qualifies for need-based aid, they could ED2 to any of the ED2 schools or RD wherever.

For my kid, I would choose Grinnell without any hesitation. Wonderful school with so many resources and a fabulous, thoughtful community. But you have to be all in for that community. If you’re not, I don’t think it’s the right choice for you or that very small community of people who really want to be there and who view it as a feature not a bug.[/quote]

I should add that I think there are people who could be happy in both the Grinnell and Pitt communities.[/quote]

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