<p>This link is to a EFC (expected family contribution) calculator I found via a quick google search: <a href="http://www.finaid.org/calculators/finaidestimate.phtml%5B/url%5D">http://www.finaid.org/calculators/finaidestimate.phtml</a>. I'm not entirely sure how accurate it is, and keep in mind that it is an estimate, but it shouldn't be off by more than a few thousand. For the Ivy league schools, make sure you select 'Institutional Methodology'.</p>
<p>The Ivies state that they "meet all need". Basically, they'll pay for whatever you can't afford. However, for many families (middle and upper-middle class), the student's EFC is not in line with what the family actually feels they can afford.</p>