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.
Seattle Pacific University average financial aid offer for freshmen students is $32,384.00. Financial aid is provided to about 99% of first-year students, with the bulk of support coming in the form of grants and scholarships.
Financial aid helps lower the cost, or the full retail price of the institution. But bear in mind that the only true college discount is scholarships & grants.
Concerned about the loans that may be included in your financial aid package? See the average amount of debt per student at Seattle Pacific 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 Seattle Pacific University.
99% of new students (627 total) were given scholarships at Seattle Pacific University, averaging $26,624.00 per student. This puts it the top 25th percentile among colleges and universities nationwide.
As well as scholarships, 41% of freshmen (262 total) received a federal grant, for about $5,983.00 a person.
The following table displays scholarship and grant allocations by family income for freshman students receiving any kind of federal Title IV assistance, such as Federal PLUS loans.
| Income Level | Percent of Freshman | Average Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| Income 0-30k | 17.82% | $40,062.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 10.73% | $39,916.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 16.25% | $36,556.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 10.25% | $30,623.00 |
| Income 110k + | 18.30% | $24,841.00 |
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.
627 SPU undergrads obtain grant aid (this is about 99% of the entire undergraduate student population). The average amount these students receive is $32,384.00.
Check out the Tuition and Fees page or the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out more.
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