by our College Data Analytics TeamMost college students will not be charged the full price tag of a school. Instead, they will be offered a financial aid package that includes a combination of loans, grants, scholarships and possibly work-study opportunities.
What financial aid options does Stan State offer, and what will you qualify for? Keep scrolling for answers.
California State University - Stanislaus average financial aid offer for freshmen students is $10,075.00. A significant 92% of freshmen benefit from financial aid, with the main type being grants and scholarships.
Financial aid helps reduce the cost, or the full retail price of the college. However, be aware that the only true college discount is scholarships & grants.
Student debt really should be considered to be an added expense and not as “aid” or a “discount”. Find more about student loan debt at California State University - Stanislaus.
Colleges and universities offer institutional scholarships and grants as financial assistance to help students cover tuition fees and other educational costs. These awards, which do not require repayment, can be merit-based or need-based. Merit-based institutional scholarships recognize students who have exceptional academic records, special talents, or skills in particular areas. Eligibility for these scholarships often depends on factors such as a student’s high school performance, standardized test scores, or involvement in extracurricular activities. In contrast, need-based institutional grants are designed for students who show financial need. The amount awarded usually depends on the student’s family’s financial condition and aims.
The numbers below apply to scholarships and grants primarily provided by California State University - Stanislaus.
62% of first-year students (930 total) were offered scholarships at California State University - Stanislaus, averaging $5,440.00 per person. This puts it in the top 50th percentile among colleges and universities nationwide.
As well as scholarships, 67% of freshmen (1001 total) received a federal grant, for about $5,180.00 a person.
Amount of Financial Assistance Per Income Level
The table below shows grant and scholarship distributions by income for first-year students getting any sort of federally-funded Title IV aid, including Federal PLUS loans.
| Income Level | Percent of Freshman | Average Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| Income 0-30k | 29.10% | $13,302.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 19.40% | $12,521.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 17.54% | $9,448.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 5.12% | $4,782.00 |
| Income 110k + | 3.46% | $1,590.00 |
The table above shows students who are receiving Title IV aid, which is federal assistance from the government in the form of grants, loans, and work-study. Learn more.
Of the 1505 undergraduate students at California State University - Stanislaus around 92% (1331 total) receive some form of grant aid. The typical amount awarded was $10,075.00.
Check out the Tuition and Fees page or the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out more.
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