How do I know if a college is need-blind or need-aware?

Hey everyone, I'm researching colleges and financial aid, and I've come across the terms need-blind and need-aware. I'm not exactly sure what these terms mean, and I'm wondering how I can find out if a college is need-blind or need-aware. Can anyone explain the difference and give me some advice on how to find this information for specific schools?

Hi there! I'm happy to help you understand the difference between need-blind and need-aware colleges. Need-blind colleges are those that do not consider an applicant's financial situation when making admissions decisions. In other words, your ability to pay for college doesn't affect your chances of getting accepted. Need-aware colleges, on the other hand, do take into account an applicant's financial need when making admissions decisions. This means that your financial situation could potentially influence your chances of being admitted.

To find out if a college is need-blind or need-aware, you can typically check the school's financial aid or admissions website, where they should have this information available. If you're unable to find this information on their website, you can also try reaching out to the college's admissions office directly and asking about their policy. Keep in mind that being need-blind or need-aware doesn't necessarily indicate the amount or quality of financial aid a school offers, so it's important to research each school's financial aid policies and packages thoroughly. Good luck with your college search!