by our College Data Analytics TeamThe majority of college students don’t pay the full price for their education, as financial aid packages, including scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study opportunities, help to offset the costs.
However, some types of financial aid are definitely more desireable than others, and some students will receive more aid than others.Find out more by scrolling down the page.
Idaho State University average financial aid offer for freshmen students is $7,607.00. A significant 95% of freshmen benefit from financial aid, with the main type being 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.
Uneasy about the debt that may be included in your financial aid plan? Find the average amount of debt per student at Idaho State University.
Institutional scholarships and grants are financial aid awards given by colleges and universities to help students manage tuition costs and other education-related expenses. These awards, which do not need to be repaid, can be classified as merit-based or need-based. Students who excel academically, possess unique talents, or have specific skills can be eligible for merit-based institutional scholarships. Factors such as high school performance, standardized test scores, or participation in extracurricular activities often contribute to eligibility for these scholarships. Need-based institutional grants, on the other hand, are awarded to students who demonstrate financial need. The amount given is generally based on the student’s family’s financial situation, aiming to cover the gap between the cost of attendance and the family’s capacity to pay. To assess a student’s eligibility for need-based grants, colleges and universities may rely on information from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or other financial aid forms. Institutional scholarships and grants are essential for students, as they can substantially lower college expenses and make higher education more affordable.
The numbers below apply to scholarships and grants primarily provided by Idaho State University.
70% of new students (950 total) were given scholarships at Idaho State University, averaging $5,318.00 per student. This puts it in the top 50th percentile among colleges and universities nationwide.
In addition to scholarships, 79% of freshman students (1080 total) obtained federal grant aid, averaging $2,999.00 a piece.
Amount of Financial Assistance Per Income Level
The following table shows scholarship and grant allocations by income for first-year students receiving any form of federal Title IV assistance, including Federal PLUS loans.
| Income Level | Percent of Freshman | Average Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| Income 0-30k | 24.49% | $5,467.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 10.66% | $4,438.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 10.66% | $2,188.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 1.18% | $244.00 |
| Income 110k + | 0.00% | $0.00 |
The table above shows undergrads who are getting Title IV aid, which is federal assistance from the government in the form of grants, loans, and work-study. Learn more here.
95% of the 1360 undergraduates at Idaho State University receive some sort of grant aid. This is a total of about 1200 students getting an average of $7,607.00 per person.
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