Sarah - UC Plan

(A) 2009-10 UC cost of attendance (living on-campus):	$26,400
(B) Grant assistance total: Because the combination of Sarah's and her parents' contributions cover the total cost of attending UC, Sarah does not qualify for any grant assistance.	$0
(A-B) Net Cost to Family: The Net Cost is the amount that Sarah's family must pay after need-based grants are taken into account.	=$26,400
Managing the Net Cost Parents and students work together to cover the Net Cost using tools provided by the college, including parent and student educational loans and part-time work. The Net Cost is not due all at once. Many costs, such as living expenses, are incurred over time. What follows is a sample of how Sarah's family might cover her net cost.
Sarah's Parents Combination of current earnings, savings or a parent loan: UC would suggest that Sarah's parents contribute $17,300 for the year.	$17,300
Sarah Student part-time work during academic year: Student educational loans: Savings from summer jobs:	$2,400 $5,000 $1,700