Boston University C/O 2019 (2015-2016) Applicants Forum

[Shootin]

Is it possible to negotiate more after you pay tge deposit and after the deadline? I'm assuming money will be coming back. I negotiated a small increase 2 weeks ago and am hoping to negotiate another increase.

I just got denied for an increase, but am hoping to ask again after the deadline.. I was thinking of actually depositing at both Temple (full ride) and at BU (30K/year). I have a visit planned to see BU in May and was going to visit the fin aid office to tell them I'm still considering both schools and ask again for reconsideration. Seems like a lot of money gets freed up in the pot after deposit deadlines. Does anyone have any experience/advice on this?

When you pay your deposit you're supposed to withdraw from other schools to which you have been accepted. So I really don't think you will have any bargaining power after the deposit.

[DebtIsAmyth]

Is it possible to negotiate more after you pay tge deposit and after the deadline? I'm assuming money will be coming back. I negotiated a small increase 2 weeks ago and am hoping to negotiate another increase.

I just got denied for an increase, but am hoping to ask again after the deadline.. I was thinking of actually depositing at both Temple (full ride) and at BU (30K/year). I have a visit planned to see BU in May and was going to visit the fin aid office to tell them I'm still considering both schools and ask again for reconsideration. Seems like a lot of money gets freed up in the pot after deposit deadlines. Does anyone have any experience/advice on this?

When you pay your deposit you're supposed to withdraw from other schools to which you have been accepted. So I really don't think you will have any bargaining power after the deposit.

This is not necessarily true

[Shootin]

Is it possible to negotiate more after you pay tge deposit and after the deadline? I'm assuming money will be coming back. I negotiated a small increase 2 weeks ago and am hoping to negotiate another increase.

I just got denied for an increase, but am hoping to ask again after the deadline.. I was thinking of actually depositing at both Temple (full ride) and at BU (30K/year). I have a visit planned to see BU in May and was going to visit the fin aid office to tell them I'm still considering both schools and ask again for reconsideration. Seems like a lot of money gets freed up in the pot after deposit deadlines. Does anyone have any experience/advice on this?

When you pay your deposit you're supposed to withdraw from other schools to which you have been accepted. So I really don't think you will have any bargaining power after the deposit.

This is not necessarily true

That's like saying nothing. I am sure you can find exceptions to everything, but the general rule remains.

[DebtIsAmyth]

Is it possible to negotiate more after you pay tge deposit and after the deadline? I'm assuming money will be coming back. I negotiated a small increase 2 weeks ago and am hoping to negotiate another increase.

I just got denied for an increase, but am hoping to ask again after the deadline.. I was thinking of actually depositing at both Temple (full ride) and at BU (30K/year). I have a visit planned to see BU in May and was going to visit the fin aid office to tell them I'm still considering both schools and ask again for reconsideration. Seems like a lot of money gets freed up in the pot after deposit deadlines. Does anyone have any experience/advice on this?

When you pay your deposit you're supposed to withdraw from other schools to which you have been accepted. So I really don't think you will have any bargaining power after the deposit.

This is not necessarily true

That's like saying nothing. I am sure you can find exceptions to everything, but the general rule remains.

It's actually very much not true if you do just a little bit of research. I know that every school is different when it comes to whether or not the first deposit is binding. For example, when you go to pay your first deposit at Emory one of the options is "I'm holding my seat but still considering my options". Also, after the first seat deposit a lot of money is freed up from those that withdrew.

[EnviroNerd]

Is it possible to negotiate more after you pay tge deposit and after the deadline? I'm assuming money will be coming back. I negotiated a small increase 2 weeks ago and am hoping to negotiate another increase.

I just got denied for an increase, but am hoping to ask again after the deadline.. I was thinking of actually depositing at both Temple (full ride) and at BU (30K/year). I have a visit planned to see BU in May and was going to visit the fin aid office to tell them I'm still considering both schools and ask again for reconsideration. Seems like a lot of money gets freed up in the pot after deposit deadlines. Does anyone have any experience/advice on this?

When you pay your deposit you're supposed to withdraw from other schools to which you have been accepted. So I really don't think you will have any bargaining power after the deposit.

This is not necessarily true

That's like saying nothing. I am sure you can find exceptions to everything, but the general rule remains.

It's actually very much not true if you do just a little bit of research. I know that every school is different when it comes to whether or not the first deposit is binding. For example, when you go to pay your first deposit at Emory one of the options is "I'm holding my seat but still considering my options". Also, after the first seat deposit a lot of money is freed up from those that withdrew.

You think after I pay the deposit and show my interest it is possible they can increase? I'm assuming so because of the freed up money from withdrawls.

[Shootin]

Is it possible to negotiate more after you pay tge deposit and after the deadline? I'm assuming money will be coming back. I negotiated a small increase 2 weeks ago and am hoping to negotiate another increase.

I just got denied for an increase, but am hoping to ask again after the deadline.. I was thinking of actually depositing at both Temple (full ride) and at BU (30K/year). I have a visit planned to see BU in May and was going to visit the fin aid office to tell them I'm still considering both schools and ask again for reconsideration. Seems like a lot of money gets freed up in the pot after deposit deadlines. Does anyone have any experience/advice on this?

When you pay your deposit you're supposed to withdraw from other schools to which you have been accepted. So I really don't think you will have any bargaining power after the deposit.

This is not necessarily true

That's like saying nothing. I am sure you can find exceptions to everything, but the general rule remains.

It's actually very much not true if you do just a little bit of research. I know that every school is different when it comes to whether or not the first deposit is binding. For example, when you go to pay your first deposit at Emory one of the options is "I'm holding my seat but still considering my options". Also, after the first seat deposit a lot of money is freed up from those that withdrew.

But schools know that a lot of money will be coming back. And I am sure they count on it one way or the other. And also people are still waiting for decisions. A late applicant with good numbers (or even a late WL acceptance) will get the extra money over them bumping somebody they don't want to bump (since one request was denied already). I don't really see why in this case they would go ahead and reverse their decision (especially after the deposit deadline), but if you think otherwise then so be it.

[LUPend]

BU came back to me with absolutely zero $. Even though my scores are identical to those who have received 18-25K/yr. I tried to negotiate but they said they aren't giving out any more $ until after the first deposit deadline. Looks like they are trying hard to keep their scores up after receiving that Top 20 score. In a school where the majority of students receive some sort of financial assistance, to receive nothing is quite disappointing.

[DebtIsAmyth]

Scholly info received via snail mail 6 days after admit email

[Dr. Nefario]

BU came back to me with absolutely zero $. Even though my scores are identical to those who have received 18-25K/yr. I tried to negotiate but they said they aren't giving out any more $ until after the first deposit deadline. Looks like they are trying hard to keep their scores up after receiving that Top 20 score. In a school where the majority of students receive some sort of financial assistance, to receive nothing is quite disappointing.

multiple deposit, try and bid with BU. who/what are you using to negotiate?

[niguel]

Scholly info received via snail mail 6 days after admit email

Same. 25K/year. LSAT > 75, GPA ~ 50.

Does anyone know if BU gives travel stipends? Live in CA and want to visit but obviously it would be an expensive trip.

[lakergrad]

Anybody have any luck finding the admitted students facebook page?

[DebtIsAmyth]

Anybody have any luck finding the admitted students facebook page?

bump

[smithk]

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[sak019]

Scholly info received via snail mail 6 days after admit email

Same. 25K/year. LSAT > 75, GPA ~ 50.

Does anyone know if BU gives travel stipends? Live in CA and want to visit but obviously it would be an expensive trip.

Hi! I'm from California too. Are you set on going to BU? I'm a little nervous about going somewhere so cold lol.

Also tried (w/o any expectations) negotiating scholly w/ Loyola & Hastings offers but didn't get a raise. Figures though haha.

And did anyone who got accepted get written comments about their personal statements?

[16to19]

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[intltradefuturelwyr]

Has anyone here written an LOCI to BU before receiving a decision?

BU is my absolute number one choice (as in I might take off a year if I don't get in) so i want to be as proactive as possible and my applications hasn't even gone into review yet.

[niguel]

As a Bostonian, I think the fears about our cold winters are overblown. Schools like Cornell, Michigan, Chicago, and Northwestern are cold. Boston simply has seasons. Granted, that's different from California.

Scholly info received via snail mail 6 days after admit email

Same. 25K/year. LSAT > 75, GPA ~ 50.

Does anyone know if BU gives travel stipends? Live in CA and want to visit but obviously it would be an expensive trip.

Hi! I'm from California too. Are you set on going to BU? I'm a little nervous about going somewhere so cold lol.

Also tried (w/o any expectations) negotiating scholly w/ Loyola & Hastings offers but didn't get a raise. Figures though haha.

And did anyone who got accepted get written comments about their personal statements?

No, unless I get more money I probably won't end up going to BU. I agree with user 16to19 about the Boston weather. I did my undergrad in NE and, except for one year, the weather wasn't too bad. Temperature never seemed to drop below 30 all to often, and rarely into the 20s. (someone can fact check this for me) Obviously CA weather is better, but I wouldn't make it a huge deal in your decision, unlike if you were looking at upstate NY or Midwest schools.

Yes, I got written comments about my PS as well. Cynical side of me says they do this for everyone, but maybe ours were really good.

[Afterthought]

As a Bostonian, I think the fears about our cold winters are overblown. Schools like Cornell, Michigan, Chicago, and Northwestern are cold. Boston simply has seasons. Granted, that's different from California.

Scholly info received via snail mail 6 days after admit email

Same. 25K/year. LSAT > 75, GPA ~ 50.

Does anyone know if BU gives travel stipends? Live in CA and want to visit but obviously it would be an expensive trip.

Hi! I'm from California too. Are you set on going to BU? I'm a little nervous about going somewhere so cold lol.

Also tried (w/o any expectations) negotiating scholly w/ Loyola & Hastings offers but didn't get a raise. Figures though haha.

And did anyone who got accepted get written comments about their personal statements?

No, unless I get more money I probably won't end up going to BU. I agree with user 16to19 about the Boston weather. I did my undergrad in NE and, except for one year, the weather wasn't too bad. Temperature never seemed to drop below 30 all to often, and rarely into the 20s. (someone can fact check this for me) Obviously CA weather is better, but I wouldn't make it a huge deal in your decision, unlike if you were looking at upstate NY or Midwest schools.

Yes, I got written comments about my PS as well. Cynical side of me says they do this for everyone, but maybe ours were really good.

Glad I wasn't the only one feeling the cynicism. Can't tell if thats a good or bad habit though.

Also, I'm from the west coast as well, and for the ASD (preview day) event they offered me a travel stipend to attend. I don't know if they'd be willing to give travel stipends outside of ASD events but worth a shot to ask!

[marisacb1012]

just deposited!!!

[EnviroNerd]

Also deposited last week!

[sak019]

Well if it makes 3 of us w/ personal comments, that sounds like everyone.
There goes feeling a little special lol.
Glad to hear fellow west coast people saying the weather is bearable
I just remember going there during college for a Model UN conference and feeling my shins hurt from the cold...

As a Bostonian, I think the fears about our cold winters are overblown. Schools like Cornell, Michigan, Chicago, and Northwestern are cold. Boston simply has seasons. Granted, that's different from California.

Scholly info received via snail mail 6 days after admit email

Same. 25K/year. LSAT > 75, GPA ~ 50.

Does anyone know if BU gives travel stipends? Live in CA and want to visit but obviously it would be an expensive trip.

Hi! I'm from California too. Are you set on going to BU? I'm a little nervous about going somewhere so cold lol.

Also tried (w/o any expectations) negotiating scholly w/ Loyola & Hastings offers but didn't get a raise. Figures though haha.

And did anyone who got accepted get written comments about their personal statements?

No, unless I get more money I probably won't end up going to BU. I agree with user 16to19 about the Boston weather. I did my undergrad in NE and, except for one year, the weather wasn't too bad. Temperature never seemed to drop below 30 all to often, and rarely into the 20s. (someone can fact check this for me) Obviously CA weather is better, but I wouldn't make it a huge deal in your decision, unlike if you were looking at upstate NY or Midwest schools.

Yes, I got written comments about my PS as well. Cynical side of me says they do this for everyone, but maybe ours were really good.

Glad I wasn't the only one feeling the cynicism. Can't tell if thats a good or bad habit though.

Also, I'm from the west coast as well, and for the ASD (preview day) event they offered me a travel stipend to attend. I don't know if they'd be willing to give travel stipends outside of ASD events but worth a shot to ask!

[Bunks]

Just waitlisted after 5 + months of waiting. Meh.

[EasttoWest94]

Just waitlisted after 5 + months of waiting. Meh.

Same here. Withdrew immediately. I don't think I'd be able to deal with the cold weather anyway haha

[tuesdayninja]

Just waitlisted after 5 + months of waiting. Meh.

Same here. Withdrew immediately. I don't think I'd be able to deal with the cold weather anyway haha

Also wait listed. Already withdrew all my other apps to retake and reapply though so no biggie.

[sjp200]

Will most likely be withdrawing by Friday. Disappointed in scholly offer, got more from higher ranked schools