Columbia financial aid

gouchicago
Sat, 09 Feb 2008 00:55:36 +0000

OP

There is a space in the FAFSA for describing special circumstances. You should use that to explain the high cost of living in your area, the recent surge in your parent’s income etc.

But I’m still not sure if Columbia would deem you eligible for Financial Aid with a $200K income. They would definitely expect your parents to have saved for your college admission.

There are applicants with family incomes ~$20,000 (and lesser) too. I don’t see why Columbia can or even should provide you with aid.