I have a CollegeVine account and turned on direct admissions. I received an “offer” for a school I have not applied to with a substantial merit scholarship. Is this legitimate and worth looking into further, or is it relatively meaningless/I would not necessarily get the money if I decided to apply?
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I don’t know about College Vine specifically, but my (incomplete) understanding of direct admissions is that is is an admission offer. Do not need to apply. Does the school look legitimate; have you heard of it, can find a full website? Contact the admissions office if you are interested and ask questions.
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Second @Efh, S23 received a direct admission to Clarkson (coincidentally a school a nephew went to). No application necessary, it gave instructions how to place a deposit.
I would do some research and make sure it’s a legit accredited school and has a program you’re looking for, etc… given all those things check out there’s no reason not to consider it.
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The merit scholarship is meaningless until you know the net price after the scholarship. A $25k scholarship off a $50k “retail” price is not the same as $25k scholarship against an $80k retail price.
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Yes, I looked at the full price tuition of the college and it’s about a half tuition scholarship. I know the school is legit because my friend goes haha.
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