How does Mesa College determine how much financial aid I receive?
The basis for all financial aid decisions is the Estimated Family Contribution (EFC). After you complete the FAFSA, the Department of Education enters your personal and tax information into a formula. The formula determines, based on the previous year’s income, how much you and your family can contribute to your education for the following academic year. The Financial Aid Office then uses the EFC to determine your eligibility for federal and state financial aid programs. Other factors also determine your eligibility, including the date of your application, the availability of funds, the highest educational level you have achieved, how many units you have already completed, and your academic record. The Financial Aid Office will be unable to determine your financial aid eligibility until we have determined a valid EFC. My Estimated Family Contribution (EFC) seems really high, how can the government expect my family to save this much for education? The Department of Education uses the sa
