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<p>I wouldn't apply anywhere ED unless I could afford the full tuition bill.</p>
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<p>i think that's pretty lousy advice, particularly in the case of princeton, which offers the early estimator for an advance "read," and backs it up with arguably the most generous financial aid in the country. remember, whether schools advertise it or not, one can always back out of a commitment because of insufficient aid.</p>