<p>I know that FAFSA doesn't "count" savings held in bona-fide retirement accounts, like IRAs, 401(k)s, and the value of pensions. My question: Does Profile? Thanks for any help.</p>
<p>Profile is mysterious - different schools use the info collected on Profile in different ways. The value of retirement accounts is indeed reported on the Profile. How each school considers that in its assessment of your financial situation may differ.</p>
<p>It counts the gold in your teeth! And you thought FAFSA's EFC meant "Every Friggin' Cent", Ha!</p>