… more affordable. It costs less than you may think! To determine how much financial aid you may qualify for, we need to have an idea of the costs related to attending college. This is known as the … Cost of Attendance (COA) … , which is … status. This is based on information provided to the college when you apply for admission. Books and supplies costs may vary depending on the courses you take, the vendor/seller you use, and whether you buy new, used, e-books, or rent your books … costs are based upon your living situation. Students living on their own (or with a spouse or family of their own) will have higher estimated costs than students who live with and receive support from their parent(s). The results of your FAFSA …