, the program covers the remaining student budget with work-study and grant aid.
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For all students. . .
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2009-10 Estimated Student Budget
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After the family covers any EFC, the program provides enough work-study and grant aid to cover these expenses
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Tuition & Fees
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$38,928
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Books & Supplies
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$1,000
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Room & Board
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$10,150
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Transportation & Personal Expenses
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$1,800
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About the Financial Aid Pledge (2009-10):
How is EFC determined and used?
Institutional Methodology. The family is expected to cover the EFC including a student contribution of $750-$1,600.
How much academic year work and/or need-based loans are included?
$1,800 in work; No loans.
Does the offer account for the full student budget?
Yes.
How are outside scholarships handled?
Outside scholarships reduce work-study then institutional grant aid. Outside scholarships may also be used for the purchase of a computer or to reduce work-study in a subsequent year.
About the Institution (2007-08):
Location: Amherst, MA
Type: Private 4-year
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,807
Pell Grant recipients (a measure of low-income enrollment): 17%
Proportion of graduating seniors with student debt: 46%
Average debt: $12,603
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