Making a Grinnell education possible.
This is an investment in you.
You’re looking at Grinnell because you want to blaze your intellectual trail at an institution that brings together students from many backgrounds and gives you the support to create your own academic journey. We’ll do everything we can to make sure that the cost of a Grinnell education doesn’t get in your way. Have questions or concerns? We encourage you to reach out to us--we are here to help and answer.
Affording Grinnell
Choosing which college to attend is a big financial decision. Through a multitude of support options.
- 86% of our students receive aid to help pay for their years at Grinnell.
- 70% of Grinnell students receive need-based aid with an average grant/scholarship award of $45,077.
- Iowa high school graduates have access to a specialized need-based financial aid program, the Iowa Access Initiative.
- $18,694 is the average indebtedness for students that borrowed during their enrollment at Grinnell and graduated May 2018.
- Grinnell funds 93% of the almost $56 million in total grants and scholarships awarded to students this year. The remaining 7% is funded by federal, state, and private sources.
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Cost & Net Price
Tuition and fees. Room and board. Textbooks and travel. Here’s a breakdown of what makes up the cost of your education and tools to calculate your Net Price.
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How We Calculate Need
Your eligibility for financial assistance is based on the difference between two numbers: the cost of your education and the calculated ability of you and your family to meet that cost.
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Grants, Scholarships, and Awards
Let’s connect your hard work with the resources that support it. From merit-based to need-based scholarships and grants, we have options to help make your Grinnell education attainable.
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Loans and Financing
We award educational loans primarily from federal loan programs, which offer you and your parents long-term, low-interest loans with various options for repayment.
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Student Employment
A student job is a great way to earn some extra money toward your education, but with our wide variety of opportunities, you’ll benefit far beyond the paycheck.
