Hello Everyone,
I was recently wait listed at three excellent schools, including one Ivy. When I sent in my application, I indicated I would need financial aid. However, I could still attend any of these schools even if they didn’t offer anything. My question is, how does being a student applying for financial aid impact my chances of being accepted off the wait list? If it does place me at a disadvantage, should I write the admissions counselors at these schools and tell them that I will not require a scholarship if I am accepted?
My concern is that this could backfire. All three of the schools claim to be need-blind, and by mentioning this, I am essentially calling bs on what they claim is an application process that disregards one’s ability to pay. I am a domestic student, btw.
Thank you in advance for your insight