<p>In other words, how big of an impact does applying for financial aid make? If I am not applying for financial aid, is that a boost to my chances for admission?</p>
<p>None whatsoever; we are need-blind in our admissions practices save for our wait list activity. In making decisions as to who we may remove from our wait list we do consider financial need.</p>
<p>Excellent, thank you :)</p>
<p>Given the recent revelation about GWU, I’m hoping someone from AU Admissions can confirm that AU is still truly need-blind.</p>
<p>Hi Eldeekay9, </p>
<p>Yes, I can confirm that we are truly need-blind in our admission of undergraduates.</p>
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