by our College Data Analytics TeamThe total cost of attendance at University of Hawaii at Hilo 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.
Uncover the various financial aid options provided by UH Hilo and determine which ones you may be eligible for by continuing your exploration.
$6,522.00 is the typical University of Hawaii at Hilo’s first year financial aid package. 89% of reshman students get financial aid, most of which is in the form of loans
Financial aid contains loans, grants, and scholarships. But college loans need to be repaid, thus they are not a real college discount.
Student debt should be thought of as an “outcome” rather than “aid”. Read more about student loan debt at University of Hawaii at Hilo.
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.
59% of first-year students (257 total) were offered scholarships at University of Hawaii at Hilo, averaging $3,817.00 per person. This puts it in the top 50th percentile among colleges and universities nationwide.
In addition to scholarships, 67% of first-year students (292 total) got federal grant aid, averaging $3,684.00 per person.
Amount of Financial Assistance Per Income Level
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 | 15.07% | $9,592.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 10.27% | $8,807.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 10.27% | $6,567.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 5.02% | $3,775.00 |
| Income 110k + | 4.57% | $1,671.00 |
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.
351 UH Hilo undergrads obtain grant aid (this is about 89% of the entire undergraduate student population). The average amount these students receive is $6,522.00.
Check out the Tuition and Fees page or the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out more.
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