Is idly possible to attend a Private University for free if his FAFSA EFC is 0 ?

Question

EGC 0 means he is 100% covered for his UC Universities and Cal State Universities expenses.

My son wants to go to Pepperdine University or USC Private University. His FAFSA EFC is 0 which means his college expenses are 100% covered for public universities in California. But what about Private Universities in California?

Answer 1

FALSE. It DOES NOT mean ANY of his college expenses are covered at public universities. If means he is allowed to receive 'need based' aid up to 100% of tuition, books, and room and board. MOST of that would be in the form of student loans.

Also note: The calculation NEVER shows the family contribution at $0.00.

It is theoretically possible to receive a full scholarship ANYWHERE, regardless of FAFSA numbers.

Source(s): https://edsource.org/2018/getting-free-college-tui...