by our College Data Analytics TeamThe total cost of attendance at Western Illinois University 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 WIU and determine which ones you may be eligible for by continuing your exploration.
$10,771.00 is the typical Western Illinois University’s first year financial aid package. A significant 93% of freshmen benefit from financial aid, with the main type being 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.
A college loan is not a true college discount, but rather an outcome to consider. Find out how much student loan debt from Western Illinois University you may end up taking on.
As well as scholarships, 62% of freshmen (550 total) obtained a federal grant, for about $4,248.00 a piece.
The following grants and scholarships consist of mostly federally provided grants, as well as some state and local grants.
62% of first-year students at Western Illinois University (550 total) got a federal grant, averaging $4,248.00.
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 | 27.38% | $14,022.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 12.22% | $14,175.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 11.65% | $10,493.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 9.84% | $6,811.00 |
| Income 110k + | 10.52% | $5,236.00 |
The table above displays undergrads who are obtaining Title IV aid, federal aid from the government including loans, grants or work-study. Learn more here.
Of the 884 undergraduate students at Western Illinois University around 93% (788 total) receive some form of grant aid. The typical amount awarded was $10,771.00.
Check out the Tuition and Fees page or the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out more.
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