by our College Data Analytics TeamMost college students will not be charged the full price tag of a school. Instead, they will be offered a financial aid package that includes a combination of loans, grants, scholarships and possibly work-study opportunities.
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$19,781.00 is the typical University of Northwestern - St Paul’s first year financial aid package. A significant 100% 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.
Student debt really should be considered to be an added expense and not as “aid” or a “discount”. Find more about student loan debt at University of Northwestern - St Paul.
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 stats below refer to aid that is provided by University of Northwestern - St Paul.
100% of incoming freshmen (399 total) were given scholarships at University of Northwestern - St Paul, averaging $16,136.00 per student. This puts it the top 25th percentile among colleges and universities nationwide.
As well as scholarships, 28% of first-year students (113 total) got a federal grant, for about $4,806.00 per person.
The next table shows grant and scholarship distributions by income for first-year students getting any form of federally-funded Title IV aid, including Federal PLUS loans.
| Income Level | Percent of Freshman | Average Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| Income 0-30k | 7.50% | $24,733.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 4.00% | $24,921.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 14.50% | $25,588.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 19.00% | $22,288.00 |
| Income 110k + | 26.50% | $16,612.00 |
The table above displays students who are getting Title IV aid, federal aid from the government including loans, grants or work-study. Get more info on Title IV here.
Of the 400 undergraduate students at University of Northwestern - St Paul around 100% (400 total) receive some form of grant aid. The typical amount awarded was $19,781.00.
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