<p>I’ve made what I expect is a HUGE blunder. Checking their website, I found out Bates still hasn’t gotten tax returns from me. They’ll be in the mail ASAP. I’ve completed the CSS/Profile and the FAFSA and they have that, I just never sent in the tax returns. How much of an impact could this make on my decision? Will it just effect my tuition?</p>
<p>I don’t think it will affect your admission chances at all…</p>
<p>I hope not. The due dates for the tax returns and my W-2 are, according to a letter I got from them, February 15th. You sure?</p>
<p>No, it will not affect your admissions decision. It will only affect your financial aid chances – and they usually won’t estimate your financial aid reward until after you’re admitted.</p>
<p>Good luck with admission!! 
I’m waiting to hear back as well. Keep your fingers crossed! :)</p>