by our College Data Analytics TeamThe total cost of attendance at Highline 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.
The amount of financial assistance and scholarships or grants you can get varies based on your circumstances. Keep reading to learn more to help you to know just how much aid and scholarships to expect from Highline.
$6,283.00 is the typical Highline College’s first year financial aid package. Approximately 48% of incoming freshmen obtain financial assistance, with the majority being offered as grants and scholarships.
Loans are a part of financial aid plans, but the only true college discount is a scholarship or grant that you don’t have to repay.
Uneasy about the debt that may be included in your financial aid plan? Find the average amount of debt per student at Highline College.
In addition to scholarships, 31% of first years (129 total) were awarded federal grant aid, averaging $4,521.00 each.
These scholarships and grants are composed of primarily federal grants, and some state and local awards.
31% of first-year students at Highline College (129 total) got a federal grant, averaging $4,521.00.
The next table displays grant and scholarship distributions by family income for freshman students getting any kind of federally-funded Title IV aid, such as Federal PLUS loans.
| Income Level | Percent of Freshman | Average Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| Income 0-30k | 13.66% | $8,852.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 6.59% | $8,044.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 5.85% | $5,646.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 1.22% | $5,078.00 |
| Income 110k + | 0.00% | $0.00 |
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.
188 Highline undergrads obtain grant aid (this is about 48% of the entire undergraduate student population). The average amount these students receive is $6,283.00.
Check out the Tuition and Fees page or the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out more.
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