<p>yeah... can I send a typed "Why ____?" and statement saying that College "X" is my first choice if I can't apply early decision? (due to financial reasons) </p>
<p>they won't simply look at it as extraneous materials and throw it out?</p>
<p>I think it's a good idea, in my opinion. Schools are slightly more likely to accept students that they know (if accepted) will definitly attend their school.</p>
<p>I'm in a similar situation. I'm applying to Penn, and that's my number one choice school. But I didn't apply ED for financial reasons, like the OP. I already submitted my app however, so is there anyway I can tell them that I would have applied ED there if I had the chance? I was thinking that if I had an interview I could tell the interviewer.</p>
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<p>Except, since she didn't apply ED it's already clear that she is not going to definitely attend...</p>
<p>Personally, I wouldn't worry too much about focusing on it being your first choice. Be sure your application is as strong as possible and hope for the best.</p>
<p>koola..., that is exactly how my son handled it (by mentioning it to his interviewer). In fact, I had posted this situation on another thread, asking if anyone knew of a more effective way to address this. I'd be interested in others' thoughts.</p>
<p>My initial thought was that it would reveal your financial situation and could possibly give them bias against you. If i would approach it, I would submit a why college x essay that was really passionate but not bother saying the school was my first choice.</p>
<p>But then its also possible they dont really care about financial situation and will take you a bit more seriously since you consider them your first choice.</p>
<p>What is the difference financially between applying EA and applying RD?</p>
<p>There isn't a real difference between EA and RD, since EA isn't binding. There is, however, a big difference between ED and RD, since ED is binding. Even if the school will give you the same amount ED as they would RD, you don't have the option of comparing offers from different schools.</p>
<p>Talk is cheap. Show them how much you have learned about the school through your essays and interest. Contact the admissions rep. Go above and beyond to help them recognize your name.</p>
<p>I was wondering, what's the best way to basically say "I didn't apply ED for financial reasons, but College X is my number one choice" to your interviewer without sounding desperate?</p>
<p>I think the statement above is fine. It doesn't sound desperate and gets across your point in a clear and concise manner.</p>
<p>thanks for the replies. </p>
<p>and to one of the above posters - that's exactly WHY I want to send in an extra "why essay", simply because the school did NOT require such an essay so I have no way whatsoever to demonstrate that they are my top school :( I do believe they are needblind as well, so... hopefully that won't mark against me! I'm going to go ahead and do it! Can't hurt right? And the comment about telling your interviewer was helpful - I think I'll do that too! Thanks again ;)</p>