i am applying to college for fall 2010, and i really need financial aid.
My parents' situation isn't awful, but we live in London, UK where both my brother's and i's high school are very expensive. So although my parents can contribute, it will be very little.
I am a US citizen, living in the UK (i have never lived in the Us, but we own a house in ME) and i really do NOT understand all this financial aid stuff.
A few questions...firstly, if i apply for financial aid with a school, can i also apply for government aid? or is that the same? what other forms of financial aid/grants are there?
Secondly, what good liberal arts schools located in New England have VERY good financial aid packages? what is a financial aid award based on? When do i need to submit all information and when will I know what i've received? can i apply to a school and get financial aid LATER?
thank you so much