does money matter in waiting list?

I got waitlisted at Gettysburg College. Does my ability to afford my college education affect my chances of getting accepted?

Also, I am an international student.

Thanks

Yes.

If you can state “I would be full pay” (or better, have your GC subtly imply it, these financial matters should be handled delicately), you might have a better chance of coming off the waitlist.

They will “wait” to see how much FA $ is left. If none, they will admit people who don’t need it.