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[FatherTime-PhD]

I would just include what $$ the other schools has offered you. Aka, difference due to merit aid.

I would also include school name.

 

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Don’t worry about the math, just put your ask out there

 

[Blueprint Med School]

I'm grateful to have received a scholarship offer from School A, which I can also commute to. Based on what I've seen on SDN, it's worth it to try and negotiate this merit offer with school B, however, do I include the fact that I can commute to school A and cite the difference in COA, or just cite the tuition difference based on the merit aid. The problem with the COA difference is that I can't really produce an accurate number for the cost of living at school B, but it's bound to be higher than commuting

Side Question: Do I use School A's name in my email to school B? I've seen some on here say to never use school name, but I'm not sure why that would be a huge problem. Also gives school B the option to call school A to verify.

I wouldn't volunteer another school's name out there. But as long as you are professional, and phrase it in terms of problem-solving and considering all your options, I see no reason why not to ask what other funding options are available to help you finance your dream. Bringing reasonable numbers can only help in this regard.

David D, MD - USMLE and MCAT Tutor