what difference does the pell grant make?

<p>BTW…looking at the percentages of aid doesn’t tell you a whole lot unless a school meets 100% of need. </p>

<p>Some schools practice “preferential packaging” which means that high stats kids get better aid packages.</p>

<p>Also, some kids only have small need (llike $5,000) which can easily be met with a student loan. </p>

<p>In your case, you need a careful strategy of finding affordable schools to apply to.</p>

<p>have you figured out your EFC…here’s a quick estimate that will give you a rough amount.
[FinAid</a> | Calculators | QuickEFC](<a href=“Your Guide for College Financial Aid - Finaid”>Quick EFC - Finaid)</p>