<p>My EFC is ~$17k, so Chapman will most likely make up for my COA minus that with grants and need-based aid, right? Should my EFC stay the same at Chapman even though tuition/room and board/etc costs more money than at a UC?</p>
<p>I also think that I will get a good ($15k, hopefully) merit scholarship from Chapman. Will this be a part of the money they're making up for with aid? Or will this be put toward by EFC, meaning I would only have to pay about $2,000 a year for Chapman?</p>
<p>If I worded that confusingly and you need clarification please let me know ... Chapman is my first choice school and I want to go here more than anything, so I really hope money doesn't get in the way. Please help me understand :)</p>
<p>Here is the Chapman financial aid website for FAQ, and hopefully you can obtain your answers there. [Chapman</a> University - Financial Aid - FAQ](<a href=“Financial Aid | Chapman University”>Financial Aid | Chapman University)</p>
<p>Hope this helps.</p>
<p>Tried to use that website before and it didn’t help 
Thanks for trying, though!</p>
<p>Each student situation is different. I would suggest to wait until you find out how much scholarship you will be receiving first. Your financial aid award information will also be on your Webadvisor. They will provide you a break down on your award letter, including scholarship, grants, loans, etc. If you still have questions after you receive your award letter, then contact the financial aid office directly and they can work with you to meet your needs. Good luck.</p>