I have developed and matured, found my professional calling and become a more responsible and well-rounded human. The financial aid I have received made this wonderful experience possible. I am tremendously grateful for the opportunity that has been given to me, and am determined to put it to good use. Caroline Bishop 1998 Letters like Caroline's are a compelling illustration of the importance of financial aid. It is important to understand that the generosity of our alumnae and friends has allowed us to build an endowment that enriches the College's programs and increases the value of this education beyond the cost of tuition.
Financial aid provides funding for some students whose families' resources fall short of the cost.
Still, there is an increasing need to bolster the financial aid program. We want to assure students that there are ways to finance this kind of education so that they are able to select the one that best suits their needs. Bryn Mawr's need-based aid program ensures that this type of education is accessible to the best students regardless of ability to pay. I think it is a real tribute to the value of a Bryn Mawr education, and to the student who wants to be a part of it that we are able to attract very strong students to the College without a merit-based aid program. The Language of Financial Aid 1.