… of how students are selected for receipt of financial aid and how financial need is determined. This process includes the consideration of costs of tuition and fees, room and board, supplies, personal and miscellaneous expenses, childcare, etc., plus the student's assets, parental contribution, other financial aid (such as scholarships). Knowledge of what elements … aid programs awarded in the student's aid award offer. If a student feels he/she has special or unusual circumstances that do not reflect their current situation, a request for reconsideration may be requested. An explanation of the portion of …