Fee Waiver Taboo?
Posted: Sat Oct 15, 2011 10:20 am
Is it taboo to request a merit-based fee waiver after applying?
I am aware that some schools will refund application fees if they select you for a waiver after you have already applied, but I am wondering if it is bad form to ask for a waiver after submitting payment. Also, is a request from someone who has already applied less likely to be fulfilled, since their negotiating power is reduced?
I apologize if this was addressed in another post. I perused the waiver threads but did not see anything relevant.
I am aware that some schools will refund application fees if they select you for a waiver after you have already applied, but I am wondering if it is bad form to ask for a waiver after submitting payment. Also, is a request from someone who has already applied less likely to be fulfilled, since their negotiating power is reduced?
I apologize if this was addressed in another post. I perused the waiver threads but did not see anything relevant.