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What is the primary purpose of the Net Price Calculator tool available on college websites?

A To guarantee the exact amount of financial aid a student will receive.
B To calculate a student's final Expected Family Contribution (SAI).
C To provide prospective students and families with an early estimate of their individualized net cost of attending.
D To determine a student's eligibility for federal student loans.

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

The Net Price Calculator offers an early, personalized estimate of the cost a student might pay to attend a specific institution, factoring in potential grant and scholarship aid.

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