by our College Data Analytics TeamMany students attending 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.
Wesleyan University average financial aid offer for freshmen students is $52,848.00. A significant 48% of freshmen benefit from financial aid, with the main type being grants and scholarships.
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.
Concerned about the student loans that might be part of your financing deal? Look at the average amount of debt per student at Wesleyan University.
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 following numbers pertain to assistance that is supplied by Wesleyan University.
41% of incoming freshmen (316 total) were awarded scholarships at Wesleyan University, averaging $50,447.00 a piece. This puts it the top 25th percentile among colleges and universities nationwide.
In addition to scholarships, 15% of first-year students (119 total) got federal grant aid, averaging $7,169.00 per person.
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 | 4.41% | $70,911.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 4.80% | $68,218.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 5.71% | $63,757.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 4.93% | $57,793.00 |
| Income 110k + | 14.40% | $26,559.00 |
The table above shows students who are obtaining Title IV aid, which is federal assistance from the government in the form of grants, loans, and work-study. Learn more here.
318 Wesleyan U undergrads obtain grant aid (this is about 48% of the entire undergraduate student population). The average amount these students receive is $52,848.00.
Check out the Tuition and Fees page or the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out more.
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