When filing my applications I will not be applying for aid, does that help in the process of beginning accepted.
<p>depends on if it is a need blind school or not.</p>
<p>if yes, then there is no difference. If it isn't needblind, they may weight your application accordingly.</p>
<p>edit: i don't think it will ever be a deciding factor though</p>
<p>what is a need blind school???</p>
<p>Need blind meand your needing financial aid is not a factor in the admissions process.</p>
<p>Unless you are a true developmental admit, the ability to pay your way only carries weight at the end of the application process when money is low and there are 2 similiarly qualified applicants. However it does not trump the other factors that get you admitted (grades, sores, ec's, rec, essays)</p>
<p>I'd have to diasgree. I saw your list of CA privates on another post, and ability to pay is very important at most of your schools.</p>
<p>zagat..</p>
<p>Thanks for the info I'm feeling better.</p>
<p>Dunno but uh... think you could float me a few thousand dollars? you know, just for the next four years or so...</p>