why does the CSS profile ask for the NCP's new wifes income

<p>If he is married and does not provide the wife’s income and assets, the schools WILL request this before processing the need based aid package. Period. </p>

<p>So…if this student expects a need based aid award from this school, he needs a complete financial aid application packet. If the school requires the NCP Profile, then the wife’s information is required as well.</p>

<p>I too am confused. These posts are written like a HS student but sort of sound like the parent point of view.</p>