The national average for percent of students receiving financial aid in community college is approximately 85% (2024).
For public community colleges, the average percent of students receiving financial aid is approximately 83%.
For private community colleges, the average percent of students receiving financial aid is approximately 91%.
% Financial Aid Range: 66%
98%
Avg. % Financial Aid: 88%
Average Community College Financial Aid (2024)
State
% Students Receiving Financial Aid
Colleges w/Highest % Students Receiving Financial Aid
93%
94%
79%
86%
87%
74%
88%
94%
66%
91%
86%
81%
89%
91%
98%
94%
84%
73%
87%
87%
94%
92%
94%
88%
81%
92%
91%
82%
77%
89%
88%
93%
89%
90%
86%
92%
97%
95%
93%
97%
83%
87%
85%
95%
67%
78%
93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the national average for percent of students receiving financial aid in community college?
The national average for percent of students receiving financial aid in community college is 85% for 2024.
What are schools with the highest average community college financial aid in the United States?
The schools with the highest average community college financial aid in the United States include Baton Rouge School of Computers, DeVry University-New Jersey and Instituto Tecnologico de Puerto Rico-Recinto De Ponce.
What is the state with the highest average community college financial aid?
The state with the highest average community college financial aid is Kentucky.
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