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Guiding Principles for Awarding Financial Aid
Admission is need-blind for all applicants, including international students.
Need-blind admission means that applying for aid is not in any way a disadvantage in the admission process, ensuring equality of opportunity for low- and middle-income students.
Princeton financial aid is awarded solely based on need; there are no merit scholarships.
We consider an applicant's talents and achievements only in relation to admission. Academic and athletic merits are not considered when awarding aid.
Need is determined through a careful review of each family’s individual financial circumstances.
We consider income, assets, and undergraduate siblings enrolled in college.
Need is determined through a careful review of each family’s individual financial circumstances.
We consider income, assets, and undergraduate siblings enrolled in college.
The full need of every admitted student is met through grants.
The average grant awarded to students admitted to the Class of 2026 was $62,635.
New Methodology
Most families with income under 150k will qualify for grant aid to cover full tuition, room, board, books and personal expenses.
| Income | Total Family Contribution |
|---|---|
| 150,000 | 0 |
| 200,000 | 12,500 |
| 250,000 | 25,000 |
| 300,000 | 37,500 |
| 350,000 | 50,000 |
Financially Possible
Our no-loan policy ensures that need is met through grants rather than loans.
Financial Aid Dates and Deadlines
Nov. 9
Princeton's financial aid application for single-choice early action (restrictive) application is due Nov. 9.
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Princeton's financial aid application for the transfer program is due March 1.
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