Aug 04 , 2023

Innovative Scholarships and Financial Aid: 7 US Colleges Changing the Game

By True Scoop

Harvard University: Pioneering need-blind admissions and financial aid, ensuring access for all qualified students regardless of their financial background.

Stanford University: Leading the way with the Stanford Undergraduate Financial Aid Initiative, eliminating tuition fees for families with incomes below a certain threshold.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT): Revolutionizing financial aid through the MIT No Loans policy, replacing student loans with grants for eligible students.

Berea College: Innovative Tuition Promise Scholarship offering full-tuition coverage for all enrolled students, primarily serving low-income families.

Davidson College: Trailblazing the Davidson Trust, providing financial aid packages that meet 100% of demonstrated financial need without loans.

Princeton University: Spearheading the Princeton-specific aid program, tailoring financial aid packages based on individual circumstances and ensuring affordability.

University of Michigan: Introducing the Go Blue Guarantee, promising free tuition for in-state students with families earning less than a specific income threshold.