Fordham 2011 Forum

[ilovesf]

That is just ridiculous. Why the hell would it take so long to review your application? I hope you hear back soon!!

Probably because Fordham and I both know I don't have good enough numbers for them.. I honestly don't know why they haven't rejected me yet. The longer they wait, the more false hope I get!

[ilovesf]

The whole JD admissions site isn't working for me?

Weird! I have this page bookmarked http://law.fordham.edu/admissions/admissions.htm
It's working for me now.

[Gotti]

they have a lot of website issues. I wish they'd make it prettier while they're working on it, too

[FiveSermon]

Ugh. I guess I have to call them. Kind of late though.

[subtle]

Finally started working again. Nothing new. *sigh*

[ellewoods2]

Has anyone negotiated their scholarship offer using another school's offer as leverage? If so, any advice on how to go about doing that would be greatly appreciated.

[2011Cycle]

Has anyone negotiated their scholarship offer using another school's offer as leverage? If so, any advice on how to go about doing that would be greatly appreciated.

After hearing back on need-based aid, I am submitting a merit increase letter. Since my FAFSA, tax forms, and their specific financial aid form have been submitted;I should hear back by mid Marc on need grants. At that point, I will submit a merit increase letter.

[Gotti]

Has anyone negotiated their scholarship offer using another school's offer as leverage? If so, any advice on how to go about doing that would be greatly appreciated.

This is also my question. I got 28k/year from UMN which is like #22...do you think it'll work at all?

[Stringer6]

2011Cycle:

How do you know you'll hear about need-based aid by mid-march? Is that the timetable they gave you?

[2011Cycle]

2011Cycle:

How do you know you'll hear about need-based aid by mid-march? Is that the timetable they gave you?

The contact in the financial aid office states they will begin looking at aid applications late February and complete packages should begin receiving notifications mid-March.

[Gemini]

2011Cycle:

How do you know you'll hear about need-based aid by mid-march? Is that the timetable they gave you?

The contact in the financial aid office states they will begin looking at aid applications late February and complete packages should begin receiving notifications mid-March.

SO USEFUL. Now I know I gotta get going on my FAFSA.

[2011Cycle]

2011Cycle:

How do you know you'll hear about need-based aid by mid-march? Is that the timetable they gave you?

The contact in the financial aid office states they will begin looking at aid applications late February and complete packages should begin receiving notifications mid-March.

SO USEFUL. Now I know I gotta get going on my FAFSA.

The financial aid office does not consider the need-based grant application complete until the applicant and the applicant's parents have submitted their individual 2010 Federal Tax Return, copies of W-2's, and proof of other sources of income.

[Gemini]

So I have to send Fordham copies of all that, even if I end up not attending?

[Dr. Strangelove]

Rejected..
I was hoping for at least a waitlist..

[Gotti]

Rejected..
I was hoping for at least a waitlist..

Sorry

[2011Cycle]

So I have to send Fordham copies of all that, even if I end up not attending?

If you desire a need-based grant, yes, you must submit the above mentioned forms.

[unc0mm0n1]

Rejected..
I was hoping for at least a waitlist..

sorry man.

[Stringer6]

The contact in the financial aid office states they will begin looking at aid applications late February and complete packages should begin receiving notifications mid-March.

nice. i just need to fax the tax forms. thanks for the info.

[Gotti]

2011Cycle:

How do you know you'll hear about need-based aid by mid-march? Is that the timetable they gave you?

The contact in the financial aid office states they will begin looking at aid applications late February and complete packages should begin receiving notifications mid-March.

SO USEFUL. Now I know I gotta get going on my FAFSA.

The financial aid office does not consider the need-based grant application complete until the applicant and the applicant's parents have submitted their individual 2010 Federal Tax Return, copies of W-2's, and proof of other sources of income.

So my parents are going to have to fax their W2's over? Ugh I have to make them hurry up with their tax refund too huh

[nygrrrl]

Has anyone negotiated their scholarship offer using another school's offer as leverage? If so, any advice on how to go about doing that would be greatly appreciated.

This is also my question. I got 28k/year from UMN which is like #22...do you think it'll work at all?

Definitely try, Gotti. The problem is that Fordham just doesn't have very much money to give.
But try, for SURE.

And Strange, I'm sorry man.

[Lwoods]

So the wording says "you, your spouse's and your parents'"... I'm guessing that means they want my parents' info even though I'm married?

[Gotti]

Has anyone negotiated their scholarship offer using another school's offer as leverage? If so, any advice on how to go about doing that would be greatly appreciated.

This is also my question. I got 28k/year from UMN which is like #22...do you think it'll work at all?

Definitely try, Gotti. The problem is that Fordham just doesn't have very much money to give.
But try, for SURE.

And Strange, I'm sorry man.

Thanks nygrrrl! Gem was saying they give out a lot of need-based grants--is that true from your experience/knowledge (not saying she's not right, but just wondering about your experience)? I think it's so lame how my parents' information is going to be taken into consideration when they're not helping me with LS at all

[Perch]

Has anyone negotiated their scholarship offer using another school's offer as leverage? If so, any advice on how to go about doing that would be greatly appreciated.

This is also my question. I got 28k/year from UMN which is like #22...do you think it'll work at all?

Definitely try, Gotti. The problem is that Fordham just doesn't have very much money to give.
But try, for SURE.

And Strange, I'm sorry man.

Thanks nygrrrl! Gem was saying they give out a lot of need-based grants--is that true from your experience/knowledge (not saying she's not right, but just wondering about your experience)? I think it's so lame how my parents' information is going to be taken into consideration when they're not helping me with LS at all

I think almost everyone is in this boat...sucks

[Bless]

At a second complete. My LSAT is VERY low for Fordham. This is my reach reach reach school, but I have a lot of family that graduated from Fordham and it's my #1, so I gave it a shot.

Can anyone explain to me how the process has been? Is a second complete usual for Fordham? What happens from here? Thanks.

[Gotti]

At a second complete. My LSAT is VERY low for Fordham. This is my reach reach reach school, but I have a lot of family that graduated from Fordham and it's my #1, so I gave it a shot.

Can anyone explain to me how the process has been? Is a second complete usual for Fordham? What happens from here? Thanks.

Well I went through 3 completes and 1/13 was the last time before acceptance 2/1. Still no packet though.