<p>I have been admitted to WashU (yay!) but as everyone knows a private education quickly empties the wallet. Although my estimated family contribution is slightly above the cost of WashU, a UC school is probably in my future unless I get some sort of aid from WashU. I applied for merit scholarships but did not receive any, although they are flying me out for the Olin Spotlight Weekend. What are the chances of me receiving some kind of financial aid from the admissions office to make my future at WashU a feasible endeavor?</p>