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• Michigan Resident Aid Package Examples
• Non-Resident Aid Package Examples

• SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCE

Kevin's mother became disabled and had to resign from her job of 20 years. His twin sister, who had taken time off from college, decided to attend a local community college in the fall. After receiving an initial financial aid offer, Kevin's family contacted the Office of Financial Aid (OFA) to ask for reconsideration of his award based on the changes in the famiy's circumstances. Kevin's parents were able to supply documentation of both his mother's disability and the family's projected annual income of $72,800. Financial aid officers reviewed the change in circumstances and re-evaluated the family's need for assistance with the following results:

Kevin's parents have the option of borrowing the entire EFC plus the remaining Need for Aid through the Federal Direct PLUS Loan, a low-interest, long-term loan for parents of dependent students.

• RESOURCES FOR
NON-MICHIGAN RESIDENTS

While the Office of Financial Aid does not have sufficient funds to meet the full demonstrated financial need of many non-resident students in higher income brackets, there are private scholarships available and scholarships from U-M schools and colleges for eligible students. See our Types of Scholarships page for more information.

Another option often used by non-resident families is the federal Direct PLUS Loan, which is available to parents of dependent undergraduates. In addition, many banks and other private lenders offer private educational loans for students. Our financial aid counselors will work with students and families to suggest additional options and methods to help pay for educational costs.