@thumper1
I’m perfectly aware that Yale does not give merit aid. I was referring to the cost of private schools, and suggesting that if another private school gave me the same net price, I could afford it with merit aid.
I’m not applying to colleges like University of Alabama because I do not want to be in Alabama, simply put. It’s not exactly my kind of place.
I’m applying to the U of South Carolina Honors College. You’re right, the application is a bit…much. Two 1,000 word essays!