As someone who's planning to transfer colleges, I'm especially concerned about financial aid. Which colleges are known to provide good need-based aid for transfer students?
While it's true that the amount of financial aid can vary for transfer students, several colleges are known for being generous with need-based aid for all their students, including transfers.
One such school is Amherst College, which is renowned for its commitment to meet 100% of the demonstrated financial need for all admitted students, whether they're first-years or transfers.
Similarly, Pomona College also maintains a strong commitment to financial aid and meets 100% of demonstrated need for all students.
At the University of Virginia, not only do they strive to meet 100% of all admitted students' demonstrated need, but they also have specific scholarships available for transfer students.
Stanford University is also noteworthy for their financial aid generosity. They pledge to meet demonstrated need for all undergraduate students, and this includes transfers.
Finally, Yale University has a similar policy and they claim to meet 100% of demonstrated financial need for all students, including transfer students.
It's important to note that these policies can change, so be sure to check each school's financial aid website for the most up-to-date information. Remember too, that each institution may calculate your financial need differently. It's a good idea to use each school's net price calculator to get an estimate of what your aid package might look like.
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