<p>Hi, I just received my aid packages from several colleges, and, as for everyone, I don't think my family can afford it. We are planning to appeal aid- what is usually the best route to this? I spoke with an NYU financial aid counselor in person, but for other schools (Chicago, mostly), I won't have that luxury. </p>
<p>My EFC was ~$24,000, but Chicago sets it at ~$30,000, and NYU at ~$40,000 with dorms.</p>
<p>Any advice would be helpful. Thanks!</p>