<p>Keep in mind, however, that the ED offer, strictly speaking, is not absolutely binding; if a student is unable to pay for a university despite FinAid, the student is not required to come (albeit, you have to demonstrate good proof of this). It truly can be a hassle, however, and whether the OP wishes to go for it or not given the pros and cons, is at the end a matter up to him/her.</p>