Student Aid Index

What is the Student Aid Index (SAI)?

  • SAI, or Student Aid Index, is replacing the term Expected Family Contribution, known as EFC. The SAI brings a change in the methodology used to determine aid.
  • The SAI is a number used to determine eligibility for need-based aid. It is calculated using information provided by the student (and contributors, if required) on the FAFSA form.
  • The SAI will replace the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) starting in the 2024–25 award year.
  • A student’s SAI can be a negative number down to –1500 (negative 1,500).
  • Important: Your aid eligibility is based on the following formula:
    • Cost of Attendance (COA) – Student Aid Index (SAI) – Other Financial Assistance (OFA) = Need.

Determining Financial Need

Financial need is a student's calculated eligibility for financial assistance which is determined by subtracting the Student Aid Index (SAI) from the Cost of Attendance (COA).

Many types of financial aid are awarded on the basis of financial need. Financial aid in the form of grants, loans, scholarships and federal work study can be awarded to meet your financial need. Most federal student aid programs are awarded based on financial need except for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Student Loans.

Cost of Attendance

The cost of attending KCKCC for a full academic year (Fall and Spring terms) includes estimated amounts for full-time tuition, fees, books, supplies, and room and board, plus a modest amount for personal expenses and transportation. For financial aid purposes, estimated costs are used. Tuition and fees are subject to change based on the action of the KCKCC Board of Trustees.

Direct Costs include tuition and fee charges and the cost of books and supplies. Additional course fees are also included. For more information on additional course fees visit the the special fees section for course fees. The average cost of required books and supplies needed for classes for a full-time enrollment is estimated to be $500 per semester.  For exact pricing information for purchasing or renting both new and used books, visit the KCKCC College Bookstore website.

Direct Cost

Go to our Tuition and Fees webpage for current rates.

Indirect Costs

include nine-months of living expenses that includes:

  • Room and Board - $11,400
  • Transportation - $3,340
  • Miscellaneous Expenses - $6,092

Go to our Student Housing Cost webpage for current rates.

Contact

If students have questions regarding financial aid, please contact the Student Financial Aid Office at:

7250 State Avenue
Kansas City, KS 66112
finaid@kckcc.edu
913-288-7697