College of Science

Finances

So you've noticed that college is expensive. But don't worry — there are many ways to offset the costs.

The Admissions Office offers a way for you and your parents to estimate what your expenses will be. Link to estimated expenses.

There are four kinds of scholarships you should consider: department scholarships, college scholarships, university scholarships, and private scholarships.

Purdue University merit-based scholarships
College of Science and department scholarships
Recommendations for other scholarship sources

The Division of Financial Aid offers lists of merit-based, need-based, and sources of private scholarships and additional aid.  Contact the Division of Financial Aid at http://www.purdue.edu/dfa/

Work study is a federally funded financial aid program designed to help students meet their educational costs through the use of part-time employment. Federal Work Study is a form of financial aid that is awarded to students in their financial aid package based on demonstrated need and satisfactory academic progress. It is administered by the Division of Financial Aid. To contact the them, click here http://www.purdue.edu/DFA/contact.htm

Many students help finance their college education through part-time jobs, internships, and cooperative education. The Division of Financial Aid office offers the Job Location and Development Program. Student eligibility is not based on financial need or academic progress. For more information click here http://www.purdue.edu/DFA/stuemp/advantages.htm