u/Statelessword

I know someone who had an SAI score in the negatives for their FAFSA, and in their letter of acceptance was offered a scholarship for 18,000 a year. Is that all the aid they will receive, or will they receive more aid in their financial aid offer in spire? Additionally, is the aid they received in the acceptance letter need-based or merit-based? They are out of state. Thanks for the help.