Financial Aid Calculator
Estimate your true cost of college by calculating tuition, expected family contribution, and financial aid packages.
Cost of Attendance
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Federal Pell Grant
grant
+$3,000
University Scholarship
scholarship
+$5,000
Federal Direct Loan
loan
+$5,500
What you/your family plan to pay out of pocket.
Total Cost of Attendance
$0
Total Aid (All Types)-$0
Family Contribution-$5,000
Remaining Need$0
Great! Your aid and contribution cover the full cost.
Cost Breakdown
Tuition & Fees
$25,000Room & Board
$12,000Books & Other
$3,200Net Price
$0
Total Cost minus Grants & Scholarships. This is the true "sticker price" before loans.
Understanding Financial Aid & College Costs
Our Financial Aid Calculator helps students and families navigate the complex world of college financing. By inputting your estimated costs and aid offers, you can determine your 'Net Price'—the amount you actually pay.
Net Price Calculation
See the true cost after grants and scholarships.
Gap Analysis
Identify unmet financial need instantly.
Privacy-First
No financial data is sent to servers; everything stays in your browser.
Dynamic Aid Types
Distinguish between gift aid (grants) and self-help aid (loans/work-study).
Detailed Breakdown
Visual cost vs. aid comparison.