<p>Is being from a LDC (less developed country) a hook? Any thoughts?</p>
<p>It depends. If you’re applying to very selective schools where International applicants abound – then absolutely not. </p>
<p>If you require massive Fin Aid and you’re looking as schools which don’t typically have lots of $ for international applicants or are need-aware in their admissions policies – then again, no. (BTW, this is the majority of US colleges)</p>
<p>If you’re applying to a college that has a very small international student population and wish to grow this number – and the barriers to tuition can be surpassed – then maybe.</p>