$28 million Annual Financial Aid Budget
$35,143 Average Financial Aid Package
$29,118 Average Need-Based Grant
At Hampshire, we accept the brightest, most creative, and passionate students, regardless of their ability to pay.
For some students, Hampshire is more affordable than a public institution.
Our Commitment to Financial Aid
Hampshire's commitment to financial aid is stronger than ever, with $30 million dedicated to funding our grant and scholarship programs for new and returning students.
Aid policies vary among colleges, and only by applying can you evaluate whether our offer will work for you.
We cannot emphasize enough the importance of applying for admission and financial aid.
| 2013/2014 Tuition, Room, and Board | |||
| Tuition: | $45,100 | ||
| Room: | $7,680 | ||
| Board: | $4,350 | ||
| Financial Aid Statistics* | ||
| Annual financial aid budget: | $28 million | |
| Students receiving any financial aid: | 84% | |
| Percentage of students receiving need-based Hampshire grants: |
55% | |
| Average need-based grant: | $29,118 | |
| Average financial aid package: | $35,143 | |
| Range of financial aid packages: | $5,500-$59,082 | |
| Average percent of demonstrated need met: | 87% | |
| Average debt of 2012 graduates: | $20,085 | |
| Default rate: | 2.1% | |
| *statistics as of July 1, 2013 | ||
Need-Based Aid
Need-based financial aid awards are determined using an institutional methodology employed by many private colleges and universities.
Financial Need is the Cost of Attendance minus the Expected Family Contribution (EFC). To estimate your family's contribution and your actual cost, use the Net Price Calculator.*
*Our new and improved Net Price Calculator is under construction and should be available shortly. Please check back later, and feel free to call the financial aid office at 413.559.5484 with any questions.
Merit Aid
Hampshire offers several merit-based and matching scholarships. Renewable annual merit scholarships range from $7,500 to $16,000. All merit-based scholarships are awarded by the admissions committee, with no separate application required. Learn more >>
Please feel free to contact the financial aid office if you need additional information or have any questions.
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