by our College Data Analytics TeamMost students won’t pay the advertised price of a school. Instead, they will be provided with a financial aid plan that includes a mix of scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study. But some kinds of aid are more desirable than others, and some students will get more than others.
Interested in understanding the financial aid resources available at WNCC and your eligibility? Find the answers you seek below.
Western Nebraska Community College average financial aid offer for freshmen students is $5,786.00. A significant 98% of freshmen benefit from financial aid, with the main type being grants and scholarships.
Loans are a part of financial aid plans, but the only true college discount is a scholarship or grant that you don’t have to repay.
Uneasy about the debt that may be included in your financial aid plan? Find the average amount of debt per student at Western Nebraska Community College.
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 following numbers apply to scholarships and grants largely offered by the school itself.
90% of first-year students (268 total) were offered scholarships at Western Nebraska Community College, averaging $3,442.00 per person. This puts it in the top 50th percentile among colleges and universities nationwide.
In addition to scholarships, 71% of first years (212 total) were awarded federal grant aid, averaging $4,259.00 each.
The following table shows scholarship and grant allocations by income for first-year students receiving any form of federal Title IV assistance, including Federal PLUS loans.
| Income Level | Percent of Freshman | Average Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| Income 0-30k | 22.48% | $8,307.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 8.39% | $7,817.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 7.05% | $4,283.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 4.36% | $3,677.00 |
| Income 110k + | 1.68% | $1,380.00 |
The table above displays undergrads who are getting Title IV aid, federal aid from the government including loans, grants or work-study. Learn more here.
98% of the 298 undergraduates at Western Nebraska Community College receive some sort of grant aid. This is a total of about 268 students getting an average of $5,786.00 per person.
Check out the Tuition and Fees page or the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out more.
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