Selective CollegeS
Selective colleges can provide great opportunities for students from the Palouse, but some have special features you should know about before you apply.
Many selective colleges offer generous financial aid, but some limit their aid to students with financial need, and many make their own need determination.
Some can be an affordable option for low income students. Check out this page for a list of schools that meet 100% of need (including schools that don’t require students to take out any loans!)
Some schools only provide aid to students who have financial need. They do not provide merit aid.
Answer six questions at www.myintuition.org and/or complete each school’s net price calculator to find out how much financial assistance your family will qualify for!
Many selective colleges require students to complete a financial aid form in addition to the FAFSA called the CSS Profile.
Many selective colleges require SAT or ACT test results, but some selective colleges are test optional. Check out this list of test-optional schools.
Some schools pay for students to visit and stay on campus for summer programs or fly-in programs. Check out this list of 2025 fly-in programs!
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