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Sample Financial Aid Award Letter

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April 15, 2010

Mr. John J. College
Student ID: 1234567
232 University Way
Brooklyn, New York 11238

Dear John,

Congratulations on your admission to Top Notch College. We have reviewed your financial aid application for the 2010-2011 academic year and awarded the following financial assistance, based on the information provided on your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Cost of Attendance
Tuition and Fees $30,000
Room and Meals $7,000
Books and Personal $2,500
Travel $300
Total Cost of Attendance $39,800

Expected Family Contribution
Student $1,500
Parent $4,000
Total Family Contribution $5,500

To meet your financial need, Top Notch College offers the following assistance:

  Fall 2010 Spring 2011
Top Notch College Scholarship $1,000 $1,000
Federal Perkins Loan $500 $500
Federal Sub. Stafford Loan $1,000 $1,000
Federal Unsub. Stafford Loan $1,500 $1,500
Parent PLUS Loan Eligibility $2,500 $2,500
Total $6,500 $6,500

This award must be accepted by June 1, 2010 or funds will be cancelled.

Signature: _____________________ Date: _____________________

 

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