Appalachian State University

Appalachian ACCESS

For North Carolina residents with family incomes below the federal poverty level, the program covers tuition and room & board with grant aid. Work, EFC, or other support are required to cover books & supplies and transportation & personal expenses.

For North Carolina residents with family incomes at or below the poverty level. . .

2009-10 Estimated Student Budget

After the family covers books & supplies, the program assures enough grant aid to cover these expenses

Tuition & Fees	$4,691
Books & Supplies	$700
Room & Board	$5,560

Work , EFC, or other support are required to cover these costs

Transportation & Personal Expenses

$2,800

Total Expenses: $13,751

About the Financial Aid Pledge (2009-10):

Who qualifies for the pledge (in addition to common requirements)?
North Carolina residents with family incomes below the federal poverty level who enter as first-time freshmen.

How is EFC determined and used?
Federal Methodology. The family is expected to cover the EFC, which may not exceed $500.

How much academic year work and/or need-based loans are included?
Up to $1,800 of work-study may be included. Program participants are not allowed to take out loans.

Does the offer account for the full student budget?
No. Work and/or EFC would be required to cover books & supplies and transportation & personal expenses.

How are outside scholarships handled?
Outside scholarships generally reduce work-study then institutional grant aid.

For more information:
Appalachian ACCESS

About the Institution (2007-08):

    Location: Boone, NC
    Type: Public 4-year
    Undergraduate enrollment: 15,325
    Pell Grant recipients (a measure of low-income enrollment): 18%
    Proportion of graduating seniors with student debt: 50%
    Average debt: $15,080

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