Priority Application Decisions

Colleges and Universities A-Z Brandeis University
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<p>As the article explains, the new policy continues need-blind admission based on merit and actually eliminates gapping by meeting full financial need until the funds are depleted. Those accepted without need are less likely to get merit aid since those funds are directed toward fully meeting the financial requirements of top candidates who have demonstrated need. </p>

<p>Congratulations to those accepted! Personally, I attended Brandeis without aid over other top schools that offered me aid. Not everyone can afford to do that, but, I can assure you, it was well worth it. Brandeis is an amazing school. </p>

<p>BTW, Brandeis had no money invested with Madoff–unlike some other schools like Tufts. Its endowment has significantly rebounded and fundraising is strong. The new policy is based on fairness as much as financial conditions.</p>

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<p>From MA, accepted! and approx 20k per semester scholarship</p>

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<p>20k per semester or per year? There’s a big difference.</p>

<p>Anyway, accepted, no merit and no financial aid at all. Bummer.</p>

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<p>Can you share your stats? I hav also applied but hav to take toefl which is due later. I am also looking for a great scholarship.</p>

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<p>So I submitted my parents 2009 business tax forms requested in my admission package.</p>

<p>I got this email back when I asked them if they received it: </p>

<p>“Yes, we do have your parents S-Corporation return, so you are all set. You should be expecting to receive your award letter soon.”</p>

<p>Is this implying I received a scholarship? Or is the “award” letter just the financial aid package. I’m so nervous!</p>

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<p>It could mean either. Award is not indicative of a merit award. Typically colleges say award to mean financial aid package.</p>

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<p>Accepted with 8k a semester :)</p>

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<p>Accepted from NH, with 18K a semester :)</p>

<p>I was surprised, I have no idea how I got so much financial aid</p>