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A student applying for need-based financial aid to highly selective private universities is most likely required to complete which additional form in conjunction with the FAFSA?

A SAR (Student Aid Report)
B CSS Profile
C 1040 Tax Form
D Pell Grant Application

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

The CSS Profile, administered by the College Board, collects more detailed financial information than the FAFSA and is often required by highly selective private institutions to determine institutional aid.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "A student applying for need-based financial aid to highly selective private universities is most likely required to complete which additional form in conjunction with the FAFSA?" is Option B: CSS Profile.

The other options — A) SAR (Student Aid Report), C) 1040 Tax Form, D) Pell Grant Application — are incorrect for this College Advising question. As explained above: The CSS Profile, administered by the College Board, collects more detailed financial information than the FAFSA and is often required by highly selective private institutions to determine institution…

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