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.
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 WSU.
Weber State University average financial aid offer for freshmen students is $4,211.00. Approximately 91% of incoming freshmen obtain financial assistance, with the majority being offered as loans.
Student loans come included in financial aid packages, however, the only true discount off of the price of college is a grant or scholarship that you do not need to pay back.
Uneasy about the debt that may be included in your financial aid plan? Find the average amount of debt per student at Weber State University.
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 stats below refer to aid that is provided by Weber State University.
73% of new students (1875 total) were given scholarships at Weber State University, averaging $3,211.00 per student. This puts it in the top 50th percentile among colleges and universities nationwide.
As well as scholarships, 33% of freshmen (847 total) received a federal grant, for about $4,657.00 a person.
The table shows scholarship and grant allocations by income for first-year students receiving any type of federal Title IV assistance, including Federal PLUS loans.
| Income Level | Percent of Freshman | Average Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| Income 0-30k | 14.40% | $6,874.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 7.57% | $6,449.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 7.53% | $4,304.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 4.97% | $2,116.00 |
| Income 110k + | 3.10% | $1,527.00 |
The table above shows undergrads who are getting Title IV aid, which is federal assistance from the government in the form of grants, loans, and work-study. Learn more here.
91% of the 2577 undergraduates at Weber State University receive some sort of grant aid. This is a total of about 2145 students getting an average of $4,211.00 per person.
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