Northwestern's financial aid is CRAP!

<p>Just got my financial aid package today and my listed expected contribution is $32,000. Thing is, my EFC was only $13,000 and our annual gross income is $31,000! We do have some assets, but nothing that implies any significant wealth. I really hope there is some mistake because I would not like my mom to have to dip into her retirement savings to pay for college. What do you guys think? Is this a mistake/any hope of not having to spend our entire income plus a bit more on college?
Thanks a bunch! Sorry to seem crazy…but i’m rather worried.</p>