Distribution of Funds

The following examples will help clarify how School Counts! funds are distributed.

Example 1

James will graduate from high school with four School Counts certificates and is planning to attend MCC during the 2008-2009 academic year. His EFC (estimated family contribution) was too high and he is ineligible for federal financial aid, but he will receive KEES (Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship) funding. Because he is receiving no other financial aid or scholarships, James will receive School Counts funding. James’ total funding for the year is below:

Example 2

Molly graduated from high school with four School Counts certificates and is planning to use those at MCC during the 2008-2009 academic year. She applied for financial aid and will be receiving a state CAP (College Access Program) Grant in the amount of $700 per semester. She is also receiving $500 in KEES funds. Molly’s total funding for the year is below:

Example 3

Brittany graduated from high school with four School Counts certificates and is planning to attend MCC during the 2008-2009 academic year. She applied for financial aid and will be receiving a full Pell Grant in the amount of $4050 ($2025 per semester). Brittany is also receiving $450 in KEES funding and a $500 scholarship. Brittany’s total funding for the year is below:

Example 4

Brandon will graduate from high school with four School Counts certificates and is planning to attend MCC during the 2008-2009 academic year. His EFC (estimated family contribution) was too high and he is ineligible for federal financial aid, but he will receive KEES (Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship) funding and a $1000 John T. Smith Scholarship. James’ total funding for the year is below: