William Jewell strongly encourages all students to apply for financial aid. Because so many students come from two-income families, some of whom have more than one child in an educational setting simultaneously, it is not unusual for families with incomes totaling $80,000 to $100,000 or more to qualify for need-based aid. In addition, Jewell has a broad array of merit awards based on academic profile, musical talent, athletic participation, or involvement in various student activities, such as debate, theatre and art.

Can you receive an early estimate of your eligibility?

Your Financial Aid and Scholarship Services staff can provide you an early estimate of your aid eligibility if you have completed an application for admission and scholarship. Because federal notification of aid eligibility may not be available to you before February 15, 2009, completion of an Early Estimator will help you gain a better understanding of all forms of assistance for which you may be elgibile. Any student wishing to receive an official communication about talent-based merit scholarship before February 15, 2009, should submit both the Application for Admission and Scholarship and an Early Estimator. The Early Estimator for 2009 will be available October 1, 2008.

Here are the top questions students have about financial aid:

• How can I estimate my college costs?
• What kind of scholarships are available? 
• How do I become eligible for grants?
• Can I borrow money to pay for college?
• Will I be able to work on campus?
• What does the average student receive in aid?
• Can I just make payments to pay for my tuition?
• What is the "value" of a good education?

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