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<p>I’m confused by what you mean by that. Your financial aid doesn’t transfer and when you apply to the partner school you have to reapply for financial aid.</p>
<p>Of course I know absolutely nothing about financial aid, as I don’t get any. However, I’m definitely going to be applying for it when I apply to Columbia since my college fund is starting to run dry, and may not be able to last another 2 years.</p>
<p>As for LACs being strict about finishing the first part, what I know in the case of Columbia is that if you don’t finish the requirements to graduate from your LAC by your junior year, then you probably shouldn’t apply. The reason being that is one of the requirements of Columbia is to finish a program of liberal studies by the end of junior year. </p>
<p>If you apply your senior for the 4-2 program, Columbia does not guarantee admissions even if you meet all the requirements.</p>