r/USC • u/Interesting_Soft_679 • 1d ago

FinancialAid EA or ED USC based on NPC?

I used USC’s Net Price Calculator today, and my estimated gift aid was $22,000–$26,000. If I applies Early Decision (ED) to USC, will Ireceive that amount of financial aid, or would it be better to apply Early Action (EA)?
Our family income is approximately $300,000 per year, and we will have two children attending college at the same time. Both colleges cost approximately $100,000 per year. Thanks

3 Upvotes

81% Upvoted

2 comments sorted by

1

u/bluebird_128 19h ago edited 17h ago

ED or EA should not affect your financial aid. Only apply ED if USC is your #1 choice since it is binding and if accepted you would have pull any other apps (therefore not able to see what acceptances or financial aid options you may have at other schools).

1

u/Interesting_Soft_679 14h ago

Thanks! Definitely my first choice. My dream school!