Amherst College Need-Based Financial Aids & Scholarships for Studying in US

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College is expensive. But at Amherst, it is affordable—because our financial aid policies are among the most generous in the nation. So we hope you won't let worries about cost keep you from applying to Amherst. We admit students regardless of financial need. And if you're admitted to Amherst, we guarantee that we will meet your full demonstrated financial need.

You'll find the basics on financial aid in this brochure. You can also go to Applying for Financial Aid | Amherst College. The financial aid process is complicated—but we try our best to make it as easy as possible for you.

What it means to b e need-blind?

At Amherst, the admission decision is based only on your achievements, talents and promise—not on your or your family's financial situation.

What it means to b e need-blind?

At Amherst, the admission decision is based only on your achievements, talents and promise—not on your or your family's financial situation.

What is Financial Aid, exactly?

Financial aid is a combination of grants, scholarships and work-study that helps you and your family affords college. Aid can also include student loans.

Who Should Apply for Financial Aid?

In a word, everyone. Amherst will meet the full demonstrated need of all students who are admitted, including transfer students, international students and U.S. and Canadian citizens and permanent residents. We encourage all students interested in Amherst to apply for admission, regardless of your financial need. We don't want cost to be the determining factor in your making a decision about Amherst.

For a more detailed explanation of this program, please click the links below:

https://www.amherst.edu/admission/financial_aid

Amherst College Need-Based Financial Aids & Scholarships for Studying in US

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