Application fee refund?

Hey guys, I was wondering if anyone knows whether it's possible to get a refund for a college application fee after submitting it? I've changed my mind about attending a certain college, but I've already paid the fee. Any thoughts or experiences would be appreciated!

It's generally pretty difficult to receive a refund for a college application fee once you've already submitted your application. Application fees are typically non-refundable, as they cover the administrative costs that colleges incur while processing and reviewing your application. These costs are incurred regardless of whether you ultimately decide to attend the school or not.

That being said, you can always reach out to the admissions office at the college in question to inquire about their specific policies on application fee refunds. Although it may be unlikely that they'll provide a refund, it doesn't hurt to ask, especially if you have a compelling reason for changing your mind about the school.

In the future, consider researching colleges more thoroughly before applying or taking advantage of fee waivers, if you're eligible. Fee waivers are available for students with financial need or other extenuating circumstances and can save you from paying application fees in situations when you later change your mind.