by our College Data Analytics TeamThe total cost of attendance at Rock Valley College 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 Rock Valley College.
Rock Valley College average financial aid offer for freshmen students is $5,405.00. A significant 61% of freshmen benefit from financial aid, with the main type being grants and scholarships.
Financial aid helps reduce the cost, or the full retail price of the college. However, be aware that the only true college discount is scholarships & grants.
We feel that loan debt ought to be regarded as a consequence instead of true financial aid. Learn more on student loan debt at Rock Valley College.
As well as scholarships, 41% of freshmen (284 total) obtained a federal grant, for about $4,991.00 a piece.
The following scholarships and grants are made up of mainly federally provided grants, plus some state and local grants.
41% of first years at Rock Valley College (284 total) obtained a federal grant, averaging $4,991.00.
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 | 20.15% | $6,317.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 11.82% | $4,920.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 8.47% | $2,921.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 0.73% | $1,479.00 |
| Income 110k + | 0.00% | $0.00 |
The table above shows students who are obtaining Title IV aid, which is federal assistance from the government in the form of grants, loans, and work-study. Learn more here.
408 Rock Valley College undergrads obtain grant aid (this is about 61% of the entire undergraduate student population). The average amount these students receive is $5,405.00.The majority of which come in the form of Pell Grants.
Check out the Tuition and Fees page or the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out more.
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