<p>If you haven’t already, try running some net price calculators for schools on your child’s list. That’ll give you a better estimate of what the school may offer in aid. You can play with the numbers and see if moving your assets will make any difference. My guess is as others have already said: not gonna work. </p>
<p>In another post it looks like your D is interested in Lewis and Clark. D2 is applying there, and I’ve checked with their admissions/FA people: no need to file FAFSA or PROFILE to apply for merit aid.</p>