<p>So, I've been in love with William and Mary since I first heard about it in sophomore year. And recently, I've been a bit panicked about not getting into William and Mary because of my out of state status and financial need. So, here goes...I'll try to make my profile brief. </p>
<p>Asian Female
GPA: UW: 3.68 W: 4.33
Competitive public school in Maryland
Upward trend, moved to a new school district sophomore year, GPA for senior year will probably be ~ 3.75
School does not rank
SAT: 2400 (composite of two tests, took three tests total)
SAT IIs: Lit (770) Math II (690) World History (took in 10th grade, 680)
APs: World History (5), European History (5), English Lang (5), Calc AB (4), Studio art (4) (Does W&M consider AP scores in admissions?!) English lit, Environmental Science, Statistics, US History, Psychology
Prospective Major: English/International/Area Studies
ECs: VP of Model UN, Journalism stuff (Cappies, published in Washington Post), Internship at the Folger library, Volunteering with the Smithsonian, Seminars at the National Gallery and Folger Shakespeare Library
Essays: Good.
Recs: Good, English teacher went to William and Mary. </p>
<p>Okay, so, I know I have a good shot. BUT, I'm very concerned about financial aid as my parents are divorced, and only my mom's financial status is reported on the FAFSA. My parents want me to get aid from W&M, but I'm afraid they would reject me despite my qualifications as William and Mary is not need blind and as I am an Asian girl who lives in Maryland, possibly one of the most overrepresented states. But, William and Mary is definitely one of my top choices, and I've shown a lot of interest (Visited twice, interviewed). So, I guess one of my other questions, besides thoughts on chances, is - how good is W&M with out of state financial aid? </p>
<p>Looking at the data, it's not nearly as good as many schools. They probably don't perceive it as a high priority in light of their recent historical application/admission picture. Unlike the trend among highly selective private schools (Davidson, Williams, Princeton, etc.) they still do the loan thing. Being a public institution with a comparatively modest endowment, well, this is not a great scene, it seems. </p>
<p>Can anyone else lend more informed and detailed perspective?</p>
<p>btw, are you Asian simply living in MD ... or are you an American of Asian descent? Is English your 1st or 2nd language? When did your ancestors emigrate? Just curious as the details might lend some meaningful insight to your inquiry.</p>
<p>Oh, I emigrated when I was eight years old, so I've been here for half of my life. So, I suppose English is my second language? It of course depends on the definition of second language that you go by. English is the language that I'm the most fluent in, but it was my second language learned. </p>
<p>It's fine if the aid isn't as good as other schools, since most of the private schools will be taking my non-custodial parent profile into account and that would make my EFC considerably higher. I'm just worried about getting in and getting SOME aid!</p>
<p>I just hope my financial need as determined by the FAFSA would not decrease my chances of getting in. Would I be competitive for merit aid? I was under the impression that those are granted mostly to instate students, unless the student is spectacular - whereas my GPA is certainly not.</p>
<p>Not completely sure on this one, but I believe financial aid to OOS students is very limited. I'm not even sure if they offer financial aid to OOS students besides federal grants and loans, as well as merit or athletic scholarships if you've either cured cancer or are Shaquille O'Neal.</p>