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ESTIMATING YOUR CONTRIBUTION

Student and Family Contribution (Traditional-aged students)

In estimating your expected family contribution, we have evaluated the information that you have provided to us. The expected contribution includes a parent contribution and your student contribution which incorporates a summer work expectation and a contribution from your assets (if applicable). We will confirm or revise the estimated contribution during the summer after we have received and evaluated all required documents.

In determining a student’s financial need, we also take into consideration the relative fees of institutions attended by siblings of our students. If there is a change in their attendance, your aid may be affected. For example, if a sibling does not enroll, or changes enrollment to a less expensive school, your Smith grant aid could decrease. We will confirm enrollments in the fall and adjust aid packages as necessary.

You must reapply for financial aid each year you attend Smith College, and your aid will be recalculated each year based on your parent(s)’ and your most recent tax returns and information. Changes in income or circumstances, or changes in sibling enrollment may affect the amount of aid you receive each year. In addition, we will expect you to contribute slightly more from your summer earnings after your first year.

For Ada Comstock Scholars

In estimating your expected student contribution, we have evaluated the information you have provided to us. The amount of your award was determined by subtracting the calculated student contribution from your total annual college educational budget. Your eligibility for assistance will be recalculated each year. Changes in your circumstances, enrollment and/or housing can affect the amount of aid you receive. If you are currently employed, but have indicated that you will not continue to work in the upcoming academic year, your eligibility has been based on estimated academic year income. All students are expected to contribute a minimum amount to their education from income or personal resources.

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Estimating Your Contribution

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