I can't afford to go to an expensive school. We're middle or upper income, so we can't qualify for financial aid.
Income is only one of the factors considered in determining a student's eligibility for aid.
My financial aid will be based on my grades and academic performance. I can't submit my financial aid application until I file my income tax. An applicant should have an estimated tax return prepared and submit the aid application so as not to miss the colleges' deadline. Once I've been denied aid, I can't reapply. You should apply each year because eligibility requirements, programs and you personal situation may have changed in the past year.