Many hearty thanks to all those who have offered kind words. I am honored to be an inspiration to anyone (what with my sub-par GPA and all). Yes, my loan amounts will be greatly reduced, and that is a load off my mind. Also, I did nothing to get off the waitlist (technically a post-interview hold... since SEPTEMBER!). U of M doesn't consider any additional materials once you've been places on hold. This whole thing has just made my life so much easier. Until yesterday, I was planning to spend the next 4 years at MCW in milwaukee (an acceptance I'll soon be dropping for all you MCW waitlistees). I was excited, but I really don't know milwaukee that well, and was kind of torn about living there, finding a place, finding roommates in a town where I don't know anyone, etc. Now moving to Mpls (a town I know and love) is like a breath of fresh air. I know tons of people, I have a place to live (my brother has a spare room in his apt!), and it just feels so great. Whew! Just spilling a little about how great this feels. Thanks again for all your support.
