<p>The main thing to understand is that STRIDE is not given in addition to what need-based support you would otherwise receive, it replaces part of that support, starting with the loan and work study portions. So If you were going to get $20k in financial aid (combo of loans/grants/work study), you don’t get $20k plus STRIDE. You get STRIDE, and then if there is still a gap between the STRIDE award and your family contribution, you receive aid to cover that gap.</p>