<p>I applied RD to Northwestern a couple of weeks ago. I have started filling out the CSS Profile and have a question. Is it better for me to go ahead and turn it in this weekend with estimates or should I wait until early January and turn it in at the same time as the FAFSA with the actual numbers? Which way would give me a better chance for financial aid? I am a very low income family so I need the best chance at aid I can get. Thanks!</p>
<p>Hi gbaby1~
From my understanding…given that you are a RD applicant, I would wait. The financial aid is a separate function from admissions, and supplying information at this early date will not affect your eventual package.
G’Luck! NU is a great university!!
~APOL-a Mum</p>