<p>Here is a calculator to estimate your FAFSA EFC: [FinAid</a> | Calculators | Expected Family Contribution (EFC) and Financial Aid](<a href=“http://www.finaid.org/calculators/finaidestimate.phtml]FinAid”>http://www.finaid.org/calculators/finaidestimate.phtml)</p>
<p>USC distributes federal aid (Stafford and Perkins loans, Pelll grants, etc.) using the FAFSA EFC, but uses the CSS/Profile to calculate your USC-determined need for USC grants. The CSS/Profile considers some assets, such as home equity, that are not included in the FAFSA calculation, so you may be expected to contribute more than the FAFSA EFC.</p>
<p>Here is some great information to help maximize financial aid eligibility: [FinAid</a> | Financial Aid Applications | Maximizing Your Aid Eligibility](<a href=“http://www.finaid.org/fafsa/maximize.phtml]FinAid”>http://www.finaid.org/fafsa/maximize.phtml)</p>