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.
$12,438.00 is the typical Multnomah University’s first year financial aid package. A significant 98% of freshmen benefit from financial aid, with the main type being grants and scholarships.
A financial aid package includes loans, grants, and scholarships. However, student loans have to be paid back, so they aren’t a true discount.
Student debt should be thought of as an “outcome” rather than “aid”. Read more about student loan debt at Multnomah 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 listed below make reference to help that is offered by Multnomah University.
93% of incoming freshmen (57 total) were given scholarships at Multnomah University, averaging $10,377.00 per student. This puts it the top 25th percentile among colleges and universities nationwide.
In addition to scholarships, 43% of first-year students (26 total) got federal grant aid, averaging $4,652.00 per person.
The table below demonstrates scholarship and grant allocations by income level for freshmen receiving any type of federal Title IV assistance, which includes Federal PLUS loans.
| Income Level | Percent of Freshman | Average Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| Income 0-30k | 14.75% | $12,939.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 11.48% | $17,863.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 18.03% | $12,857.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 19.67% | $9,314.00 |
| Income 110k + | 14.75% | $10,170.00 |
The table above displays undergrads who are getting Title IV aid, federal aid from the government including loans, grants or work-study. Learn more here.
98% of the 61 undergraduates at Multnomah University receive some sort of grant aid. This is a total of about 59 students getting an average of $12,438.00 per person.
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