Hi, I'm a junior, and I know that college expenses can be overwhelming. I'm trying to find colleges that meet 100% of demonstrated financial need for their students. Any suggestions or advice would be greatly appreciated!
It's excellent that you're considering financial aid as you explore college options. There are quite a few colleges known to meet 100% of demonstrated financial need for their students. Here's a list of some well-known schools that have this policy:
1. Amherst College
2. Bowdoin College
3. Brown University
4. California Institute of Technology (Caltech)
5. Claremont McKenna College
6. Columbia University
7. Cornell University
8. Dartmouth College
9. Davidson College
10. Duke University
11. Emory University
12. Georgetown University
13. Grinnell College
14. Hamilton College
15. Harvard University
16. Harvey Mudd College
17. Haverford College
18. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
19. Northwestern University
20. Pomona College
21. Princeton University
22. Rice University
23. Stanford University
24. Swarthmore College
25. University of Chicago
26. University of Notre Dame
27. University of Pennsylvania
28. University of Southern California
29. Vanderbilt University
30. Vassar College
31. Washington and Lee University
32. Wellesley College
33. Wesleyan University
34. Williams College
35. Yale University
This is not an exhaustive list but provides a solid starting point for your research. Keep in mind that these schools tend to be highly competitive, so it's essential to maintain a strong academic and extracurricular profile. Also, don't forget to use each school's Net Price Calculator to estimate your expected family contribution and potential financial aid package.
In addition, you may want to explore merit scholarships and local or regional scholarships that could help you alleviate some financial burdens. Good luck in your college search!
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