Family planning tool
College Cost & Fit Planner
Families searching for an “athletic scholarship calculator” usually need something more honest: an interactive aid matrix with typical campus net by income, athletic and academic planning assumptions, and budget risk on the same board.
What this is
- A planner that layers athletic fit, academic fit, and estimated college costs
- An interactive aid comparison matrix (athletic / academic what-ifs + Scorecard need-by-income)
- Scholarship reality education — how aid actually works at different levels
- Budget inputs so families can stress-test a target list
What this is not
- A guaranteed athletic scholarship calculator or aid award
- A federal SAI/EFC or FAFSA filing tool
- Financial aid, tax, or loan advice
- A promise that any school will offer money
How it works
Step 1
Build athletic and school context
Complete an evaluation and save schools to your board so cost and fit sit on the same list.
Step 2
Set budget and income band
Share what you can contribute and your household income band for Scorecard typical campus net — used for estimates only.
Step 3
Compare the aid matrix before you chase
Enter athletic and academic what-ifs, see need-by-income, and spot where fit and financial stretch disagree.
Frequently asked questions
Is this an athletic scholarship calculator?
No. It is a College Cost & Fit Planner with an interactive aid comparison matrix. Athletic and academic dollars are family planning assumptions. It does not calculate or promise athletic scholarships.
Does this calculate my FAFSA or SAI?
No. The need column uses College Scorecard average net price by income band for the school — a campus typical, not your federal Student Aid Index or an award letter.
Do I need an account?
Yes to use the full planner with your saved schools. Start with a free evaluation if you do not have a profile yet.
Are the cost numbers official awards?
No. Figures are planning estimates from public data and your inputs. Always confirm with the school’s financial aid office.
Does X Factor Recruits provide loan advice?
No. We do not provide financial aid, tax, or loan advice.
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