What is the Institutional Methodology (IM)?
The Institutional Methodology (IM) is a need analysis formula developed and maintained by the College Board to assist colleges, universities, and private scholarship programs in determining eligibility for institutional and private financial aid funds. The IM relies on information collected on the CSS/Financial Aid PROFILEĀ® Application for its calculations. Use the EFC Calculator to estimate your expected family contribution using the IM formula.
The Institutional Methodology (IM) is a need analysis formula developed and maintained by the College Board and its members to assist colleges, universities and private scholarship programs in determining eligibility for institutional and private financial aid funds. The IM relies on information collected on the CSS/Financial Aid PROFILEĀ® for its calculations. Use the EFC Calculator to estimate your expected family contribution using the IM formula.