by our College Data Analytics TeamThe total cost of attendance at University of San Diego 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.
Interested in understanding the financial aid resources available at USD and your eligibility? Find the answers you seek below.
$33,074.00 is the typical University of San Diego’s first year financial aid package. 82% of first-year students are awarded financial aid, primarily comprising grants and scholarships.
A financial aid package includes loans, grants, and scholarships. However, student loans have to be paid back, so they aren’t a true discount.
Student debt really should be considered to be an added expense and not as “aid” or a “discount”. Find more about student loan debt at University of San Diego.
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 University of San Diego.
79% of incoming freshmen (904 total) were given scholarships at University of San Diego, averaging $30,507.00 per student. This puts it the top 25th percentile among colleges and universities nationwide.
As well as scholarships, 16% of first-year students (181 total) got a federal grant, for about $5,479.00 per person.
The next table demonstrates grant and scholarship distributions by income level for freshmen getting any form of federally-funded Title IV aid, which includes Federal PLUS loans.
| Income Level | Percent of Freshman | Average Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| Income 0-30k | 5.70% | $48,489.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 5.35% | $48,106.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 6.75% | $42,226.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 6.40% | $38,345.00 |
| Income 110k + | 17.62% | $26,533.00 |
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.
905 USD undergrads obtain grant aid (this is about 82% of the entire undergraduate student population). The average amount these students receive is $33,074.00.
Check out the Tuition and Fees page or the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out more.
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