Question

the amount of Direct Stafford Loans that a student may receive each year is based on his or her:

Answer 1

There are two different types of Federal Stafford Loans.For example there are subsidized and unsubsidized Loans.
It usually depends on household income.My brother said that the school usually specifies for which Loans the student is eligible in getting. 
Hope i help!

Answer 2

Estimated Family Contribution(Apex)