For Florida residents with family incomes below $40,000 whose parents did not earn a bachelor's degree, after the family covers any
, the program covers the remaining student budget with grant aid.
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For Florida residents with family incomes below $40,000 whose parents did not earn a bachelor's degree. . .
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2009-10 Estimated Student Budget
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After the family covers any EFC, the college assures enough grant aid to cover these expenses
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Tuition & Fees
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$4,340
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Books & Supplies
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$990
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Room & Board
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$7,500
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Transportation & Personal Expenses
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$2,810
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About the Financial Aid Pledge (2009-10):
Who qualifies for the pledge (in addition to common requirements)?
Undergraduate Florida residents with family incomes less than $40,000 whose parents did not earn a bachelor's degree.
How is EFC determined and used?
Federal Methodology. The family is expected to cover the EFC.
How much academic year work and/or need-based loans are included?
None. All costs beyond the EFC are covered by grants.
Does the offer account for the full student budget?
Yes.
How are outside scholarships handled?
Outside scholarships reduce institutional grant aid before reducing federal grant aid.
Are there other important restrictions?
Must apply for financial aid by March 15. Student must not have defaulted on or owe a refund to any previous aid program.
About the Institution (2007-08):
Location: Gainesville, FL
Type: Public 4-year
Undergraduate enrollment: 39,922
Pell Grant recipients (a measure of low-income enrollment): 20%
Proportion of graduating seniors with student debt: 41%
Average debt: $15,318
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