Does Lafayette College offer good financial aid for transfer students? I'm hoping to apply as a transfer student, but I'm worried about the cost and need to know if they provide support.
Lafayette College is dedicated to meeting 100% of the demonstrated financial need for all admitted students, and this policy extends to transfer students as well. This means that the college will calculate your family's expected contribution to your education, and they will provide aid to cover the remaining cost of attendance.
However, you should check the specific terms with Lafayette's Financial Aid Office. In some cases, universities might not have as much funding available for transfer students as they do for first-year students, or the aid might be more heavily composed of loans as opposed to grants.
As a transfer student, you are also eligible for Federal and State grants, scholarships, work-study programs, and federal loans. Given Lafayette College's dedication to meeting the full demonstrated financial need for all students, I encourage you to apply even if you're concerned about costs. Before you apply, use their Net Price Calculator to estimate your expected family contribution and financial aid package.
Remember, the final aid package you will receive depends on many factors, including your and your family's financial situation, and the total number of students in need of aid, among other things.
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