Hi guys, I'm in search of colleges that meet 100% of a student's demonstrated financial need, as this would really help my family financially. Can you recommend some schools that are known to do this?
Hello! I completely understand your priority in searching for colleges that meet 100% of demonstrated financial need. Fortunately, there are several institutions that are committed to helping students in this way. Some of the well-known schools that meet 100% demonstrated financial need include:
1. Ivy League schools (e.g., Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Columbia, Brown, Dartmouth, University of Pennsylvania, and Cornell)
2. Stanford University
3. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
4. California Institute of Technology (Caltech)
5. Duke University
6. University of Chicago
7. Northwestern University
8. University of Notre Dame
9. Vanderbilt University
10. Washington and Lee University
11. Rice University
12. Bowdoin College
Please note that this list is not exhaustive, and there are more colleges that share this commitment. Additionally, remember that each college has its own specific financial aid policies and processes. It's always a good idea to check each school's financial aid website to understand the full scope of their financial aid opportunities and requirements.
Also, keep in mind that just because a school meets 100% of demonstrated financial need, it doesn't mean that you won't have to take out loans in crafting your financial aid package. Loan amounts and types can vary depending on the school as well.
As you narrow down your college search, you might want to use CollegeVine's college search tool, which allows you to filter schools based on various criteria, including financial aid offerings. Best of luck in your college search process!
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