<p>I think I am not making myself clear. I wouldn’t go to a college in the US, if it isn’t really good. There’s no point spending so much money and energy, when I can find an okay college in my country at billion times cheaper. If however I get into a very good university, I will pay for it. Take student loans, try for pvt. scholarships… My parents can take loans. Money is a secondary issue. College is the primary issue. Money can be ‘arranged’, college cannot be! And trust me, for most middle-class families here ALL top schools are unaffordable.
Oh and my friend got into UCBerkeley with no aid/scholarship. But after her freshman year, she was awarded full scholarship based on her gpa.
Anyway, back to the key issue. You’ve seen my grades, and scores. It’s clear I stand no chance to get into schools I’ve mentioned, if I ask for aid. An average international + Aid requirement = Zero chances.
So I think I am being reasonable.</p>