by our College Data Analytics TeamRather than paying the full sticker price for a college education, most students receive a financial aid package that eases the burden with scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study options, while the amount and type of aid may vary among students.
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$22,386.00 is the typical Nebraska Wesleyan University’s first year financial aid package. Approximately 100% 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.
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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 following numbers pertain to assistance that is supplied by Nebraska Wesleyan University.
100% of new students (487 total) were offered scholarships at Nebraska Wesleyan University, averaging $20,764.00 per person. This puts it the top 25th percentile among colleges and universities nationwide.
As well as scholarships, 28% of first-year students (137 total) got a federal grant, for about $4,781.00 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 | 10.88% | $28,493.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 8.42% | $25,748.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 10.06% | $22,970.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 12.53% | $19,887.00 |
| Income 110k + | 26.90% | $19,902.00 |
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.
100% of the 487 undergraduates at Nebraska Wesleyan University receive some sort of grant aid. This is a total of about 487 students getting an average of $22,386.00 per person.
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