<p>It was for the options. I liked them all and seriously considered all schools I was accepted to (excluding four where I got less money than expected). Personally, I didn’t feel as if it was a waste of time. Had I decided on one of the full rides, the increase in app fees would’ve been worth the price in comparison to the school’s (lack of) cost. As I didn’t, it might not be worth it on paper, but I appreciated having many doors open. </p>