Financial Aid Even when EFC is almost full?

frozenyyogurht
Wed, 07 Nov 2018 03:46:44 +0000

Many schools say they have no merit aid, only need based FA. However, could I apply to schools and see if they would give me a generous financial aid package even when my financial situation shows that I wouldn’t qualify for that much aid? (as in too poor for full pay but too rich for good financial aid)

Don’t some schools want to entice you with good FA if they really want you so that there’s a better chance you’ll matriculate there? I’m thinking of private universities like mid tier LACs

Also, what if my FAFSA doesn’t accurately represent my family’s entire financial situation? How could I clarify? I’m not really willing to share exactly how, but maybe through PM.

I’ve been hesitating to submit my FAFSA because as I mentioned in the title, EFC is estimated to be a large percentage… I don’t know if there’s a way I could maximize my FA? Is it starting to get too late to submit the FAFSA? Why is it so important to submit it early, even before schools receive your application?

Thanks everyone! All thoughts are appreciated