by our College Data Analytics TeamRather than paying the full sticker price for a college education, most students receive a financial aid package that eases the burden with scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study options, while the amount and type of aid may vary among students.
Uncover the various financial aid options provided by Blue Ridge Community College and determine which ones you may be eligible for by continuing your exploration.
Blue Ridge Community College average financial aid offer for freshmen students is $4,610.00. Approximately 86% 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.
Student debt should be thought of as an “outcome” rather than “aid”. Read more about student loan debt at Blue Ridge Community College.
As well as scholarships, 69% of freshmen (103 total) received a federal grant, for about $4,865.00 a person.
These grants and scholarships consist of mostly federal grants, as well as some local and state awards.
69% of freshman students at Blue Ridge Community College (103 total) got a federal grant, averaging $4,865.00.
Amount of Financial Assistance Per Income Level
| Income Level | Percent of Freshman | Average Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| Income 0-30k | 29.53% | $7,060.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 7.38% | $6,916.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 13.42% | $5,204.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 0.00% | $0.00 |
| Income 110k + | 0.67% | $661.00 |
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.
124 Blue Ridge Community College undergrads obtain grant aid (this is about 86% of the entire undergraduate student population). The average amount these students receive is $4,610.00.The bulk of which are Pell Grants.
Check out the Tuition and Fees page or the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out more.
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