<p>How does the financial aid at Berkeley work? Is it in the form of grants that you don’t have to pay back? I know that a lot of the ivys offer financial aid that doesn’t need to be repaid, which is why I’m asking.</p>
<p>Yes. There are grants, as well as loans.</p>
<p>How does the financial aid office decide if your getting a grant or a loan?</p>
<p>looks like u are admitted to berkeley already. you should know, check your aid package!</p>