by our College Data Analytics TeamMany students attending Virginia Wesleyan University can expect to receive financial assistance in various forms, such as scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study programs, making the cost of attendance more manageable.
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.
$26,950.00 is the typical Virginia Wesleyan University’s first year financial aid package. A significant 100% of freshmen benefit from financial aid, with the main type being 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.
A college loan is not a true college discount, but rather an outcome to consider. Find out how much student loan debt from Virginia Wesleyan University you may end up taking on.
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 following numbers apply to scholarships and grants largely offered by the school itself.
100% of new students (343 total) were given scholarships at Virginia Wesleyan University, averaging $21,955.00 per student. This puts it the top 25th percentile among colleges and universities nationwide.
In addition to scholarships, 90% of first-year students (310 total) got federal grant aid, averaging $2,945.00 per person.
The following table shows scholarship and grant allocations by income for first-year students receiving any form of federal Title IV assistance, including Federal PLUS loans.
| Income Level | Percent of Freshman | Average Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| Income 0-30k | 20.06% | $30,072.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 11.63% | $30,643.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 11.34% | $28,280.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 15.70% | $26,529.00 |
| Income 110k + | 23.84% | $24,952.00 |
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.
343 VWU undergrads obtain grant aid (this is about 100% of the entire undergraduate student population). The average amount these students receive is $26,950.00.
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