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I heard from multiple people that NYU isn't the most generous institution in terms of grants/aid/scholarships. To be honest I am surprised by the 7000K per year. Good luck and please post an update on any changes to your aid.

Most students receive aid in some form, but not enough to cover tuition or even half for that matter. Most take loans out. Most jobs also have a limit in regards to how much they will pay and how many credits allowed per semester. A student has to contribute to their education in one way or another.

I was hoping a few current/admitted MSW students would share their financial aid offers. I really wish there was more MSW forums regarding admitted student stats averages, average aid packages, and average loan debt. Unless a student wants to be a lawyer or doctor they’re out of luck in terms of information on graduate programs. If anyone knows of any good sites please message me.

I remember reading in the NYT about the grad inflation that takes place at IVY/Private universities. So this idea that state schools are subpar is ridiculous. From what I see it seems our generation is becoming a generation of professional students. Buy now pay later is the motto of most students and it is quite worrisome. I am all about education, but one must also be realistic when deciding what school to go to. The average debt for a bachelors is 25K and the average for Masters is 30K for a total of 55k (average). Becoming an in state resident seems like a great idea. Most state school on the east coast provides special tuition rates to fellow New Englanders. ( I live on the east coast)

Many students on here are attending big name schools or Ivies and not really discussing the cost. How do you intend to pay for these colleges?Did anyone here try to apply to a state college with reasonable tuition cost i.e. UCONN, OHIO STATE, or ARIZONA STATE? I am not trying to disrespect anyone’s decision, but I am curious to know if there are any other people like me on here. I am applying to schools and specifically looking for colleges that are low cost with decent reputations. Any state school MSW students care to share their experience?