- Joined
- Jul 10, 2017
- Messages
- 184
- Reaction score
- 217
Hi guys,
I'm in a bit of a difficult situation (a good kind of difficult, though).
As of now, I have been blessed enough to have been accepted to 4 MD schools, 2 of which I would happily attend. I have interviewed at 6 others, and am waiting to hear back from them. For this, I am extremely grateful.
I have a few remaining interviews at schools that would require airfare/long drive. These are schools I am unlikely to attend if accepted (but you never know).
I have heard that if you receive good aid/grants at one school, you can possibly use that as leverage at an equal level but more-preferred school.
My question is this: should I attend these upcoming interviews with the hope of potentially receiving a strong aid package, which I could then use to leverage at a school I prefer? Money is tight, but I see it as an investment of sorts, where I can (hopefully) save money later on.
Pros of going: The school may exceed my expectations, possibility of good aid/scholarships
Cons: Time and money.
I sincerely appreciate all insight. Thank you!
I'm in a bit of a difficult situation (a good kind of difficult, though).
As of now, I have been blessed enough to have been accepted to 4 MD schools, 2 of which I would happily attend. I have interviewed at 6 others, and am waiting to hear back from them. For this, I am extremely grateful.
I have a few remaining interviews at schools that would require airfare/long drive. These are schools I am unlikely to attend if accepted (but you never know).
I have heard that if you receive good aid/grants at one school, you can possibly use that as leverage at an equal level but more-preferred school.
My question is this: should I attend these upcoming interviews with the hope of potentially receiving a strong aid package, which I could then use to leverage at a school I prefer? Money is tight, but I see it as an investment of sorts, where I can (hopefully) save money later on.
Pros of going: The school may exceed my expectations, possibility of good aid/scholarships
Cons: Time and money.
I sincerely appreciate all insight. Thank you!