- Be upfront with questions for the schools you're visiting regarding financial aid. Each school's aid application process varies, so it's important to take the time to understand them individually.?
- Ask the schools you're interested in if they have a Need Blind Admission policy. This means that they don't look at your financial situation throughout the admission process.?
- Don't forget to factor in other expenses such as text books, technology fees, athletics, trips, clubs, and more when you're calculating costs.?
- Remember to work ahead, even if you think you might not need financial aid, check! The earlier you get started, the better.?
What other questions do you have about financial aid at independent schools?
