Rensselaer offers federal, state, and institutional aid, including scholarships, grants, work-study, and loans.
| Definition | Based on academic merit | Based on financial need | Repaid after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCHOLARSHIPS | A financial award that recognizes a student's achievements and is not based on their financial need | X | ||
| GRANTS | Need-based aid that you do not have to repay | X | ||
| WORK STUDY | Need-based program offering eligible students the opportunity to earn up to $2,000 per academic year through hourly work | X | ||
| LOANS | Assistance in financing your education and are paid back over time after you leave school. | X | X |
For details about eligibility, award limit considerations, and applying refer to RPI's Academic Catalog.
