EPISODE

17. Admissions

Joey's enthusiasm for college is tarnished when he learns how much it will cost him.

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Joey and Dawson receive college news: Dawson is rejected by NYU, while Joey is accepted to Worthington. Despite Bessie's celebration, Joey receives a second letter offering financial aid provided her family contribute $15,000. Meanwhile, Jen tries to persuade Jack that college in New York no longer appeals to her. He says as long as they go to college together, where doesn't matter. Jen begins exploring the root of her estrangement from her father with Dr. Frost's help. Dawson offers Joey financial assistance from Mr. Brooks's inheritance, leading to Joey confessing she lied about Pacey. Dawson reaffirms their friendship and supports her financially. He also gets news USC accepted him. Pacey worries about Joey's future and his place in it. Absent: Meredith Monroe

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