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How is a college's "net price" for a student primarily determined?

A Total Cost of Attendance (COA) minus all federal grants and scholarships.
B Published tuition and fees plus room and board.
C Total Cost of Attendance (COA) minus grants and scholarships (excluding loans).
D The amount a family is expected to pay based on their Student Aid Index (SAI).

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Net price represents the actual cost a student pays after subtracting grant aid and scholarships from the total Cost of Attendance (COA), excluding loans which must be repaid.

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