<p>Is it okay to submit deposits at two schools if I'm waiting for the results of a FA appeal at one of them? Should I notify them about this, or just let them assume I've been accepted off a waitlist when I withdraw from one? (and I'm totally fine with losing the deposit money)</p>
<p>Call the one you're waiting for and ask for an extension of the acceptance date. Then you don't have to double-deposit.</p>
<p>Do not double deposit because you could lose both acceptances. Colleges rescind admissions for double depositers.
You can ask both colleges for an extension of the May 1 date, and tell them why you need that extension. </p>
<p>If you need financial aid, why would you be "fine" with losing deposit money? Every dollar counts!</p>
<p>Because the college I'm appealing has offered no financial aid whatsoever..3.5k in loans, and 2.1k work study, due to my noncustodial parent's high income/assets. The other school has offered a half-tuition scholarship..</p>
<p>Don't hold your breath expecting the appeal to change anything if you've got a noncustodial with a high income. Such appeals are rarely successful.</p>
<p>It sounds like the half-tuition scholarship is merit-based so doesn't depend on income.</p>
<p>If the school to which you are appealing won't give you an extension to reply, that says volumes. Deposit with the school you can afford.</p>