<p>Hi parents, I’m a junior and I also received the reporting service mailing. One of you mentioned that this reporting service has nothing to do with any actual reward money, but is only meant to show some interest to two colleges of your choosing. From reading around on some other websites, I think I agree, but how come some parents are mentioning schools that don’t give out merit aid?</p>
<p>Also, would it be more wise to select two small LACs, say Pomona and Middlebury as opposed to JHU and UChicago, where demonstrated interest might play at least a marginally bigger role in some possible, future admissions decision? Thanks!</p>
<p>Brian</p>