by our College Data Analytics TeamThe total cost of attendance at Oregon State University 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 Oregon State.
$6,110.00 is the typical Oregon State University’s first year financial aid package. A significant 88% of freshmen benefit from financial aid, with the main type being loans.
Financial aid contains loans, grants, and scholarships. But college loans need to be repaid, thus they are not a real college discount.
Concerned about the student loans that might be part of your financing deal? Look at the average amount of debt per student at Oregon State University.
Institutional scholarships and grants refer to financial aid provided directly by a college or university to support students in covering their educational expenses. These awards can be either merit-based or need-based and do not require repayment. Merit-based institutional scholarships reward students who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievements, talents, or skills in specific areas. Such scholarships often take into account a student’s high school performance, standardized test scores, or extracurricular activities. On the other hand, need-based institutional grants are allocated to students who exhibit financial need. The amount awarded is usually determined by the student’s family’s financial circumstances and aims to cover the difference between the cost of attendance and the family’s capacity to pay. To assess eligibility for need-based grants, colleges and universities may use information from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or other financial aid forms. Institutional scholarships and grants play a crucial role in assisting students, as they can considerably lower the cost of college and make higher education more attainable.
The stats below refer to aid that is provided by Oregon State University.
73% of new students (2231 total) were given scholarships at Oregon State University, averaging $5,693.00 per student. This puts it in the top 50th percentile among colleges and universities nationwide.
In addition to scholarships, 29% of first years (884 total) were awarded federal grant aid, averaging $4,725.00 each.
The table shows scholarship and grant allocations by income for first-year students receiving any type of federal Title IV assistance, including Federal PLUS loans.
| Income Level | Percent of Freshman | Average Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| Income 0-30k | 7.84% | $12,353.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 5.21% | $10,422.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 5.51% | $5,879.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 4.49% | $2,679.00 |
| Income 110k + | 7.81% | $2,211.00 |
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.
2438 Oregon State undergrads obtain grant aid (this is about 88% of the entire undergraduate student population). The average amount these students receive is $6,110.00.
Check out the Tuition and Fees page or the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out more.
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