by our College Data Analytics TeamA large number of students will never be charged the complete price tag of a school. Rather, they are presented a financial aid deal that includes a mix of loans, grants, scholarships, and possibly work-study opportunities. The total cost of going to Southern College of Optometry can seem overpowering, but remember that the majority of students are given some form of financial assistance.
What financial aid options can Southern College of Optometry offer, and what will you qualify for? Keep reading for more information. Read on to find out what amount of financial assistance will be accessible to you.
Eligibility for aid and scholarships is driven mostly by your household’s income and need. Continue reading to find information to help you understand just how much assistance you can expect to receive from Southern College of Optometry.
Through a mix of loans, grants, work-study and scholarships, schools bring down the effective cost so more students can attend. Keep in mind that certain forms of assistance are more beneficial than others, and aid amounts differ from student to student.
The numbers below show the full range, not just the middle of the distribution. The four reference points below map the debt distribution at Southern College of Optometry.
| Percentile | Cumulative Federal Debt |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile (lowest-debt students) | $14,617 |
| 25th percentile | $14,617 |
| 75th percentile | $15,211 |
| 90th percentile (highest-debt students) | $15,211 |
These indicators are derived from the underlying debt data and summarize the overall picture at Southern College of Optometry.
Most undergraduate borrowing runs through the federal Stafford loan program. These figures summarize annual Stafford program activity at Southern College of Optometry:
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Stafford loan recipients | 1809 |
| Total Stafford loan amount | $168,177,063 |
Veterans and active-duty service members may qualify for the Post-9/11 GI Bill or DoD Tuition Assistance.
Post-9/11 GI Bill activity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| GI Bill recipients | 12 |
| Total GI Bill amount | $493,651 |
| Average GI Bill amount per recipient | $41,138 |
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More about our data sources and methodologies.