by our College Data Analytics TeamThe total cost of attendance at Brooklyn College 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.
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 Brooklyn College.
$9,522.00 is the typical Brooklyn College’s first year financial aid package. Financial aid is provided to about 91% of first-year students, with the bulk of support coming in the form of grants and scholarships.
Financial aid helps reduce the cost, or the full retail price of the college. However, be aware that the only true college discount is scholarships & grants.
A college loan is not a true college discount, but rather an outcome to consider. Find out how much student loan debt from Brooklyn College you may end up taking on.
In addition to scholarships, 87% of first-year students (1630 total) got federal grant aid, averaging $4,836.00 per person.
The stats and the chart following pertain to primarily grants from federal sources, plus some local and state grants.
87% of first-year students at Brooklyn College (1630 total) obtained a federal grant, averaging $4,836.00.
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 | 40.22% | $12,255.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 15.41% | $10,697.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 7.39% | $6,583.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 2.02% | $3,491.00 |
| Income 110k + | 0.80% | $1,184.00 |
The table above shows students who are receiving Title IV aid, which is federal assistance from the government in the form of grants, loans, and work-study. Learn more.
1713 Brooklyn College undergrads obtain grant aid (this is about 91% of the entire undergraduate student population). The average amount these students receive is $9,522.00.
Check out the Tuition and Fees page or the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out more.
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