Article: An empirical examination of the impact of college financial aid on family savings.

INTRODUCTION

Most colleges and universities in the United States adjust the prices they charge some of their students based on their ability to pay. Middle and lower income families are often eligible for and receive financial aid from federal and institutional sources for their educational expenses. Needs analysis is the mechanism for determining eligibility for financial aid dollars and the amount of award one will receive. Needs analysis formulae attempt to ascertain a family's-usually both the student and his or her parents--ability to pay for higher education expenses. Detailed information on the family's income, assets, and familial composition are provided ...

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