Hi all! I'm in the process of applying to colleges, and I've heard that it's possible to get application fee waivers. How can I apply for these waivers? Any advice would be appreciated!
4 months agoHi there! It's great that you're exploring ways to save on college application costs. Application fee waivers can definitely help reduce the financial burden of applying to multiple schools. Here's a quick guide on how you can apply for fee waivers:
1. College Board Fee Waivers: If you've taken the SAT or SAT Subject Tests with a fee waiver, you'll automatically receive four College Board fee waivers to use for college applications. College Board lets you know about these waivers through email, and you can also find them in your College Board account.
2. Common Application & Coalition Application Fee Waivers: Both the Common App and the Coalition App have built-in fee waiver request sections. When you create your application, you'll come across a section where you can indicate if you qualify for a fee waiver based on eligibility criteria (such as being eligible for free/reduced lunch or receiving public assistance). You'll also need to have your high school counselor verify your eligibility for the waiver.
3. NACAC Fee Waiver: The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) also provides an application fee waiver form. Complete the form and ask your guidance counselor to sign off on it, then submit it to the colleges you're applying to. Some colleges may require additional information before granting the waiver, but the NACAC form serves as a solid starting point.
4. Directly Contact Colleges: Some colleges have their own fee waiver forms, which you might find on their admissions websites. If you can't find any information on a specific school's site or you're unsure about their process, it's always a good idea to reach out to the admissions office. They'll be able to guide you on how to request a fee waiver for their institution.
Don't hesitate to explore all these options when it comes to applying for application fee waivers. Remember, colleges understand that the application process can be expensive, and they generally want to make it accessible for students from all financial backgrounds.
Good luck with your college applications!
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