<p>If my EFC exceeds the cost of college by a significant amount (26k per year) will I be denied all aid on the spot??</p>
<p>You would not receive need-based aid, but could still receive merit aid.</p>
<p>how high do your grades/test scores have to be in order to get merit aid?</p>
<p>it depends on the school.</p>
<p>Generally, if you are in the top 25% of the incoming freshman class, you have good opportunities for merit awards.</p>