Thanks! That is great that you got into USC as well. I have been accepted to Syracuse, DU, and University of Washington but UNC is my top choice. I still haven't heard from them and am begining to get really nervous! I'm in the same boat you are though, financial aid is important! I wish you the best of luck!!
It sounds like they will be making their decisions through the end of this month. I spoke with them this morning. They have made a handful of decisions but are not even close to being finished. The school is sending out emails as decisions are made. The application deadline wasn't until mid-February so don't freak out yet:)