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.
What financial aid options does Pitt State offer, and what will you qualify for? Keep scrolling for answers.
Pittsburg State University average financial aid offer for freshmen students is $4,482.00. Financial aid is provided to about 94% of first-year students, with the bulk of support coming in the form of loans.
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.
Concerned about the student loans that might be part of your financing deal? Look at the average amount of debt per student at Pittsburg State University.
Financial awards given by a college or university to its students, known as institutional scholarships and grants, help to offset the cost of tuition and other education-related expenses. These awards fall into two categories: merit-based and need-based, and they do not need to be paid back. Merit-based institutional scholarships are granted to students who have shown outstanding academic accomplishments, special talents, or abilities in a particular field. Factors such as high school performance, standardized test results, or involvement in extracurricular activities often contribute to these scholarship decisions. Conversely, need-based institutional grants cater to students who demonstrate financial need. The awarded amount is typically based on the student’s family’s financial standing and is intended to cover the difference between the cost of attendance and the family’s ability to contribute. Colleges and universities might use data from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or other financial aid forms to determine a student’s eligibility for need-based grants. Institutional scholarships and grants are a vital source of financial support for students, as they can significantly reduce the cost of attending college and help make higher education more accessible.
The following numbers apply to scholarships and grants largely offered by the school itself.
67% of new students (581 total) were given scholarships at Pittsburg State University, averaging $2,424.00 per student. This puts it in the bottom 50th percentile among colleges and universities nationwide.
In addition to scholarships, 47% of first-year students (410 total) got federal grant aid, averaging $3,833.00 per person.
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 | 15.01% | $7,188.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 9.47% | $7,915.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 10.85% | $3,857.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 7.85% | $1,388.00 |
| Income 110k + | 10.16% | $1,180.00 |
The table above displays undergrads who are obtaining Title IV aid, federal aid from the government including loans, grants or work-study. Learn more here.
94% of the 866 undergraduates at Pittsburg State University receive some sort of grant aid. This is a total of about 735 students getting an average of $4,482.00 per person.
Check out the Tuition and Fees page or the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out more.
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