<p>The NPC is like a dry run. In BU’s case, since they throw gpa and scores into the equation, it could mean the NPC can’t be as accurate. (Unless their npc asks for stats input.)</p>
<p>BU tends to throw a lot of words out that make them sound so helpful re FA, but, imo, they are not one of the more generous schools. Eg, Boston University makes every effort to assist students with calculated financial eligibility and high academic achievement, measured against the credentials of other admitted students. </p>
<p>“Makes every effort” is not a commitment. “Measured against the creds of others” is dicey.</p>
<p>The page with the income vs stats chart does make it “seem” like you should get more. But, if they slotted her into the 1730-1890 range, only 38-39% of those asking for aid got scholarship funding and it’s impossible to guage which kids got what amounts. And, 25% of the kids in that category got even less than 15k. </p>
<p>This is the gobbledygook of financial aid. Other schools may have looked at her need without putting her into a stats competition. Or, at BU, for families in your income level, there could have been a host of other factors that made the school go to bat for those admits- eg, other sorts of diversity, achievement or goals. Good luck.</p>