Peter asked:


Okay, in all honesty, how much does financial aid affect college admission into top-tier schools, such as Ivies, Georgetown, Boston College, and Northwestern.

I’m hoping to apply to these schools for admission in fall of 2012.

My parents are offering to pay, but I don’t want to burden them too much. I know some schools are “need blind”, but in actuality, how much does financial aid affect college admission.

Candi D asked:


I am transferring from Ashford to Northwestern next semester. I don’t know how to transfer my financial aid and student loans. What do I need to do?