<p>However, low income students don't need to apply ED to have an advantage. Very few low income students qualify for colleges like Davidson or wish to apply to such places. Consequently, the OP doesn't need an ED tip to get an admission tip. The OP already can have a tip by being first gen, low income with the necessary stats and ECs as well as the willingness to apply to a place like Davidson.</p>
<p>OP, what other schools have you visited? Have you considered what it would be like going to a school like Davidson where relatively few students will be low income and first gen college? Have you visited colleges enough to compare Davison with other places. </p>
<p>Not being able to compare financial aid offers would be a big mistake. Remember, that getting multiple financial aid offers also gives you the opportunity to negotiate with the college that is your first choice. You can't do that if you apply to Davidson ED.</p>
<p>Much though you love Davidson, don't assume that only one college can fulfill your needs. Many people do not get into their dream schools or turn them down for various reasons, including financial. Such people can be very happy elsewhere.</p>