Most IEP students arrive with professional experience in international education and development, perhaps as teachers or
administrators at international schools, Peace Corps volunteers, field researchers with NGOs, or policy analysts with U.S. -
based aid organizations.
Professional Judgment (PJ) For need -
based federal
aid programs, the financial
aid administrator can adjust the EFC, adjust the COA, or change the dependency status (with documentation) when extenuating circumstances exist.