Pandemic reshapes college admissions at Occidental and beyond
Admissions dean Vince Cusco of Occidental College faces uncertainty as the pandemic disrupts campus tours and financial planning. With 72,600 annual price tags and reliance on out of state and international students, schools expand offers and wait lists while boosting virtual tours. Families fear costs as 17 million seek unemployment, and students like Dasani Anderson weigh staying local or attending Spelman College amid aid questions. Occidental and Claremont McKenna report rising financial aid demand alongside continued commitment to meeting demonstrated need.