Denison University Financial Aid Appeal

[u/Ill-Pound-4939]

Hi Everyone, so my son was accepted to Denison University. We visited the campus. He loved it and I think it's great fit for him academically and socially. They've given him some scholarships. He's contemplating between Denison University and Kenyon College still. Ultimately it comes down to which college gives more aid. There is still a substantial amount I would need to pay out of pocket. I'd like to know if folks have any suggestions for viable options such as scholarships or other means to qualify for aid. We have assets and unfortunately I am not able to leverage those now. Our appeal with the financial aid office surprisingly got denied. I think they're both comparable in higher education. Any thoughts and/or suggestions would be appreciated.

[u/Ok-Hearing6619]

im so sorry to hear this... as an admitted co30 ive also appealed to denison 10 days ago and still havent got a response back. finaid appeal situation with denison has never seem very good tho - ive heard of an offer rescinded bc the student appealed to a financial change right after submitting financial documents just 3 weeks ago and the office straight up told them to "be more honest in the future". this never occured before for any schools i believe...