by our College Data Analytics TeamMost college students will not be charged the full price tag of a school. Instead, they will be offered a financial aid package that includes a combination of loans, grants, scholarships and possibly work-study opportunities.
What financial aid options does Sweet Briar offer, and what will you qualify for? Keep scrolling for answers.
$12,243.00 is the typical Sweet Briar College’s first year financial aid package. About 100% of first year students receive financial aid, most of which is in the form of grants and scholarships.
Financial aid contains loans, grants, and scholarships. But college loans need to be repaid, thus they are not a real college discount.
Uneasy about the debt that may be included in your financial aid plan? Find the average amount of debt per student at Sweet Briar College.
Colleges and universities offer institutional scholarships and grants as financial assistance to help students cover tuition fees and other educational costs. These awards, which do not require repayment, can be merit-based or need-based. Merit-based institutional scholarships recognize students who have exceptional academic records, special talents, or skills in particular areas. Eligibility for these scholarships often depends on factors such as a student’s high school performance, standardized test scores, or involvement in extracurricular activities. In contrast, need-based institutional grants are designed for students who show financial need. The amount awarded usually depends on the student’s family’s financial condition and aims.
The next numbers refer to grants and scholarships mainly supplied by the college itself.
87% of new students (90 total) were offered scholarships at Sweet Briar College, averaging $10,981.00 per person. This puts it the top 25th percentile among colleges and universities nationwide.
As well as scholarships, 25% of freshmen (26 total) obtained a federal grant, for about $4,696.00 a piece.
The table following demonstrates grant and scholarship distributions by income level for freshmen getting any sort of federally-funded Title IV aid, which includes Federal PLUS loans.
| Income Level | Percent of Freshman | Average Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| Income 0-30k | 11.65% | $19,190.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 6.80% | $19,783.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 12.62% | $16,817.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 23.30% | $13,165.00 |
| Income 110k + | 10.68% | $9,561.00 |
The table above displays students who are getting Title IV aid, federal aid from the government including loans, grants or work-study. Get more info on Title IV here.
Of the 103 undergraduate students at Sweet Briar College around 100% (103 total) receive some form of grant aid. The typical amount awarded was $12,243.00.
Check out the Tuition and Fees page or the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out more.
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