The Value Behind these Numbers
- In 2024–25, Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓƵ awarded $58.2 million in scholarships and grants.
- 100% of students receive financial aid.
- And as this chart shows, based on your family’s income, your actual cost may be less than at some public universities.
Average Cost After Financial Aid (scholarships, grants & loans)
| Family Income* | Avg. Financial Aid | Avg. Cost After Financial Aid |
|---|---|---|
| $0 - $39,999 | $66,500 | $5,500 |
| $40,000 - $79,999 | $62,500 | $9,500 |
| $80,000 - $119,999 | $57,000 | $15,000 |
| $120,000 - $159,999 | $51,000 | $21,000 |
| $160,000 - $199,999 | $47,500 | $24,500 |
| $200,000 - $239,999 | $45,000 | $27,000 |
| $240,000 - $299,999 | $41,000 | $31,000 |
*Based on families with less than $100,000 in assets
An Affordable Education
of Lawrentians receive need-based financial aid
of Lawrentians receive merit-based scholarships only
of Lawrentians receive financial aid of some kind
comprehensive fee (includes tuition, fees, housing, & meal plan)
Average Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓƵ Grants & Scholarships
Average Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓƵ Grants & Scholarships (Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓƵ + Federal + State):
Average direct cost after scholarships & grants: $24,500
Average direct cost after scholarships, grants & loans.
Need Based Aid
If your family is like most, you will draw upon a combination of savings, assets, and current income to finance your education. At Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓƵ, we understand that for many people these resources are not enough. Between the FAFSA and supplemental aid applications, our need-based financial aid opportunities have designed to assist in making a Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓƵ education a reality.
How do you invest wisely in your future?
1. Understand the "—Not the Sticker Price
Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓƵ offers generous merit scholarships and need-based grants. After you account for scholarships and grants, your net price is lower than the sticker price.
2. Break It Down into Manageable Steps
- Scholarships - Add up all internal and external scholarships
- Grants - Whether federal, state or institutional…this is free money (just like scholarships).
- Determine how much you will work - Most students earn $2K–3K/year by only working 5-7 hours per week (that’s it!)
- Payment Options - Our monthly payment plan spreads payments over 9 months.
- Federal loans and private loans options - Borrow only what you need!
3. Leverage Our Tools and Support
- Our gives you a quick estimate based on income, family size, and assets.
- Review our step-by-step Financial Aid Checklist (FAFSA + Supplemental Financial Aid App)
- Connect with a Financial Aid Counselor
- Attend a fly-in visit or virtual event to explore life at Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓƵ
We’re committed to working with your family to make Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓƵ not just possible—but the best investment in your student’s future.
Student Stories
The Faces of Full Speed to Full Need
Full Speed to Full Need is a bold move to make Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓƵ accessible and affordable by meeting the full demonstrated financial need of every student.
