Hey everyone, so I applied Early Decision to my top choice school and was deferred. Now I'm wondering if it's still possible for me to receive merit aid from that school when the Regular Decision results come out. Does anyone have experience with this?
Hello! I understand that getting deferred from your top choice school can feel disheartening, but please know there is still a chance for you to receive merit aid during the Regular Decision process. My own child faced a similar situation a couple of years ago and ultimately received a generous merit scholarship in the spring, even after being deferred during Early Decision.
Each college and university has its own policies regarding scholarships, so it would be best to research the specific school to understand their process. You can try reaching out to the admissions or financial aid office for more accurate information. Meanwhile, don't forget to explore other scholarships, both at the institutions you've applied to and external ones, to maximize your chances of receiving financial support. Best of luck in your college journey, and I hope you'll hear great news from your top choice school soon!
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