Data Analysis in Financial Aid–Need Blind Admissions vs. Need Blind Financial Aid
Are admissions decisions really “need blind”? Sometimes. But financial aid decisions clearly are not.
Are admissions decisions really “need blind”? Sometimes. But financial aid decisions clearly are not.
Any day now, students will begin to learn if they’ve gotten accepted early decision or early action to the college of their choice. It’s an exciting and nerve wracking time as students and parents wait to see what the colleges decide.
For students who want to both save money and prepare for college success, consider taking college classes while still in high school. You may even get into Harvard (or at least the flagship public university in your state)!
A few years ago, some commentators thought early admissions programs might fade away. But colleges love these programs too much to let them end.
Colleges may claim that their admissions process is “need blind.” But their process for awarding financial aid may not meet your need. Confused? That’s how colleges want it.
Having trouble finding the right school? Love music and dancing? Maybe this video from the University of Delaware will seal the deal for you.
Newsweek offers 6 new realities in college admission. #6? Consider hiring an educational consultant: 25% of top students already do.
A student Mark advised shares his story about making his college plan and choosing his major. Moral of the story? Do what you love.
The third in a series about writing the personal essay for UCLA applications. The key to the perfect essay is all in the L.I.D.
Total borrowing at public colleges and universities has increased 31% in the past four years–faster than the rise in tuition revenues. Is this sustainable? The mortgage industry collapsed. Could there be a similar crisis in higher education?