Anyone heard from GW/Elliott yet? (especially Int'l Devel)

[zourah]

Yep, had the exact same thing happen (right down to the amount).

That's an especially good deal for your program - I have a friend doing that track who's interning with (& has been offered a post-graduation job with) State right now - it seems to do quite well by its students.

[Snowden12]

Anyone know what happens to the financial aid that's not taken? If those offered 17k decide to go elsewhere, what happens to that money? I haven't heard a thing yet on the money, but I'm overseas so I'm keeping my fingers crossed.

[zourah]

Anyone know what happens to the financial aid that's not taken? If those offered 17k decide to go elsewhere, what happens to that money? I haven't heard a thing yet on the money, but I'm overseas so I'm keeping my fingers crossed.

This isn't GW, but I suspect most schools do what SIPA describes in a recent admissions blog post: offer more than they really have, knowing some won't take it. I don't believe that any school does fellowship "waitlisting," for example.

[jointdegree]

Congratulations Zourah. Glad to hear the unexpected surprise. Is the fellowship for 17K each year? If so, that is a great deal!

[DCbound]

Hi everyone, got my packet a few days ago... they said I was declined for any fellowships but no mention of any financial aid package/loans. Does anyone know if this information will be sent separately? I also heard back from SIS and they sent me my financial aid award package for federal loans with my acceptance packet-- will I receive something similar from Elliott or am I on my own as far as loans are concerned?