by our College Data Analytics TeamThe total cost of attendance at South Georgia State 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 South Georgia State College.
$6,067.00 is the typical South Georgia State College’s first year financial aid package. Financial aid is provided to about 93% of first-year students, with the bulk of support coming in the form of grants and scholarships.
Financial aid helps decrease the expense, or the “sticker” price of the school. But keep in mind that the only real discounts off the cost of college are in the form of grants and scholarships.
Student debt should be thought of as an “outcome” rather than “aid”. Read more about student loan debt at South Georgia State College.
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 South Georgia State College.
14% of new students (99 total) were offered scholarships at South Georgia State College, averaging $4,136.00 per person. This puts it in the top 50th percentile among colleges and universities nationwide.
As well as scholarships, 79% of first-year students (561 total) got a federal grant, for about $4,996.00 per person.
Amount of Financial Assistance Per Income Level
| Income Level | Percent of Freshman | Average Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| Income 0-30k | 35.73% | $7,125.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 16.67% | $6,670.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 8.90% | $4,126.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 3.11% | $1,897.00 |
| Income 110k + | 1.41% | $1,379.00 |
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.
655 South Georgia State College undergrads obtain grant aid (this is about 93% of the entire undergraduate student population). The average amount these students receive is $6,067.00.Most of them are distributed as Pell Grants.
Check out the Tuition and Fees page or the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out more.
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