How Much Financial Assistance is Offered?
$32,512 is the normal Buena Vista University's freshman financial aid offer. Around 100.0% of incoming students obtain some kind of financial assistance, the majority of which is scholarships and grants.
Financial aid consists of scholarships, grants, and student loans. However, student loans have to be paid back, so they are not a true discount.
A college loan isn't a true college price reduction, but rather an outcome to consider. Discover how much student loan debt from BVU you could end up dealing with.
How Much Aid Is Available in Grants & Scholarships?
The next numbers apply to scholarships and grants largely provided by the school itself.
100.0% of freshmen (183 total) were given scholarships at Buena Vista University, averaging $19,992 per person. This puts it in the top 20th percentile of all colleges in the country.
73 freshman students also received a grant. About 40.0% of BVU freshmen received grants with an average of $5,430 each recipient.
The chart below shows the typical amount of grant and scholarship aid given to all first year students.
Scholarships are merit-based, while grants are given based on financial need.
Financial Aid by Income Level
Determine how much grant and scholarship assistance you may expect to obtain based on your income level. The chart following displays freshmen receiving federal Title IV aid including PLUS loans.
| Income Level | Percent of Freshman | Average Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| Income 0-30k | 18.0% | $29,702 |
| Income 30k-48k | 8.2% | $28,050 |
| Income 48k-75k | 15.8% | $26,848 |
| Income 75k-110k | 19.7% | $25,013 |
| Income 110k + | 22.4% | $20,546 |
The graph above displays students who are receiving Title IV aid which is federal assistance from the government in the form of loans, grants or work-study. Learn more.
Grants & Scholarships for All Undergrads Is $13,808
Of the 1,921 undergraduates at Buena Vista University about 85.0% (1,627 total) get some kind of grant aid. The average amount granted was $13,808.
Go to the Tuition and Fees page or the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out more.
Buena Vista University Financial Aid Information
| Financial Aid Department Website | www.bvu.edu/financial-assistance/ |
| Net Price Calculator | www.bvu.edu/calculator/ |
