<p>I applied RD to UMich and 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 from a very low income family so I need the best chance at aid I can get. Thanks!</p>
<p>It is not a matter of having a chance to get better aid, it is a matter of amending the form with actual numbers. You should be in compliance with what ever deadline your school gives for priority filing deadline (this will determine if you are getting more $$). </p>
<p>Either way if your forms are not correct, the school will not move forward with giving you an actual package until you have actual numbers.</p>