Estimate how much your family will be expected to pay for college — and project your student loan balance at graduation based on your school choice.
Based on federal FAFSA methodology (simplified). All figures are approximate estimates.
| Loan Type | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Total Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subsidized (need-based) | $3,500 | $4,500 | $5,500 | $5,500 | $19,000 |
| Unsubsidized (all students) | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 | $8,000 |
| Federal Total (Dependent) | $5,500 | $6,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 | $27,000 |
| Remaining gap → parent PLUS loans or private loans | |||||