<p>Well, Reed sent me a flyer about a year ago and I think I was hooked. I requested more info and they sent it. Now it's time for my application and I am really hooked. I can't even see myself any other place. I am applying to Reed 11/15 early decision, I was wondering if someone could answer me a few questions.
Will applying early decision help my application?
Will needing full financial aid effect my entrance? (I guess it doesn't matter right, if you need it, you need it)
I don't really have extracurriculars, aside from working and writing for the school newspaper.
I have quite a few academic acheivements, AP Scholar w/Honor, Commended National Merit Scholar, National Hispanic Scholar, and Honor Roll.<br>
Also, should I discuss family hardship in my essay? (I don't want to, but some say it's better to do)
Thanks for any help,
Liz</p>
<p>Sorry, this isn't going to be much help:</p>
<p>Will applying early decision help my application? Statistically, maybe a little.
Will needing full financial aid effect my entrance? Since Reed is not completely need-blind, it's possible.
Also, should I discuss family hardship in my essay? Try Reed</a> Magazine: My Essay</p>
<p>That's a big help. I was wondering about which essay those were from? The Common App? Not the supplement?
Liz</p>
<p>The essays in the magazine looked like common application essays to me (not sure what the prompts are now since it has been a while). The supplemental is the "Why Reed" essay - which is fairly specific to why Reed is the school for you. (and additionally a graded paper)</p>
<p>I just want to leave a note encouraging you to apply. Reed does have "full ride" need-based aid available to a few students each year, with loans and work study replaced with grants. I think it's a wonderful thing, and something that I don't see mentioned much. There's no separate application process, it's just a matter of getting admitted, being a strong candidate, and having high need.</p>