by our College Data Analytics TeamThe total cost of attendance at Erskine College can seem overwhelming, but remember that the majority of students receive some sort of financial assistance. This could be in the form of scholarships, grants, work-study, or loans.
What financial aid options does Erskine offer, and what will you qualify for? Keep scrolling for answers.
Erskine College average financial aid offer for freshmen students is $16,691.00. Financial aid is provided to about 100% of first-year students, with the bulk of support coming in the form of grants and scholarships.
Student loans come included in financial aid packages, however, the only true discount off of the price of college is a grant or scholarship that you do not need to pay back.
Student debt should be thought of as an “outcome” rather than “aid”. Read more about student loan debt at Erskine College.
Financial awards given by a college or university to its students, known as institutional scholarships and grants, help to offset the cost of tuition and other education-related expenses. These awards fall into two categories: merit-based and need-based, and they do not need to be paid back. Merit-based institutional scholarships are granted to students who have shown outstanding academic accomplishments, special talents, or abilities in a particular field. Factors such as high school performance, standardized test results, or involvement in extracurricular activities often contribute to these scholarship decisions. Conversely, need-based institutional grants cater to students who demonstrate financial need. The awarded amount is typically based on the student’s family’s financial standing and is intended to cover the difference between the cost of attendance and the family’s ability to contribute. Colleges and universities might use data from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or other financial aid forms to determine a student’s eligibility for need-based grants. Institutional scholarships and grants are a vital source of financial support for students, as they can significantly reduce the cost of attending college and help make higher education more accessible.
The next numbers refer to grants and scholarships mainly supplied by the college itself.
99% of new students (388 total) were given scholarships at Erskine College, averaging $13,418.00 per student. This puts it the top 25th percentile among colleges and universities nationwide.
In addition to scholarships, 46% of first-year students (179 total) got federal grant aid, averaging $2,621.00 per person.
The next table shows grant and scholarship distributions by income for first-year students getting any form of federally-funded Title IV aid, including Federal PLUS loans.
| Income Level | Percent of Freshman | Average Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| Income 0-30k | 22.76% | $13,536.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 12.53% | $13,321.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 14.32% | $12,881.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 11.25% | $12,921.00 |
| Income 110k + | 19.18% | $13,241.00 |
The table above displays students who are getting Title IV aid, federal aid from the government including loans, grants or work-study. Get more info on Title IV here.
391 Erskine undergrads obtain grant aid (this is about 100% of the entire undergraduate student population). The average amount these students receive is $16,691.00.
Check out the Tuition and Fees page or the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out more.
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