The colleges or professional schools you list on your Free Application for Federal Student Aid FAFSA will use various data to calculate your aid.
What if I attend at least half time?
your COA is the estimate of various factors
What is non-need based aid and how does my school calculate how much I will receive?
Your school determines how much non-need aid you can get using this formula.
On a slightly related note, let's talk about money. What if my university offers me financial aid?
Sometimes money is left over after your aid is applied to your tuition, fees, and other school charges. This remaining amount is called a credit balance.
Well, that doesn't help me solve my issue. Is there any way to get course materials for less money?
Your options for course material formats will vary by school, instructor, and course, so learning what your options are and knowing about any cost-reduction initiatives your school may have can result in significant savings.
But what if I need new textbooks?