Each year, about $2.3 billion in student aid goes unclaimed simply because students don't apply. That's a lot of money that students are missing out on, so in this presentation, we'll help you better understand the scholarship application process so you can make sure you receive all the benefits you can access.
- Federal Student Aid (@FAFSA) March 14, 2018
Don't leave money on the table and maximize your financial aid package.
Fill out the forms for grants and scholarships
Complete the financial aid forms to receive your expected family contribution, known as the EFC.
The two forms to receive federal financial assistance are the FAFSA and the CSS Profile.
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Cost of Attendance (COA)
Expected Family Contribution (EFC)
Your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) is a number used to determine your eligibility for federal student aid.
This number is the result of the financial information you will provide on your FAFSA form.
You will receive your EFC number when you receive your Student Aid Report.
Financial Need
Example: How to calculate your financial need
STANDARDIZED TESTING
If you want to learn how to help your children get accepted to an excellent U.S. college with scholarships and how to maximize their financial aid package, I invite you to register to view our free presentation: 6 Tips for Going to College on Scholarship.
I hope this information is of great value to you!
- David
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