Approximately 6% (General Dartmouth Admission Rate)
Difficulty
Extremely High (linked to university admission)
✨ Should I Apply for Dartmouth College Undergraduate Financial Aid?
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75%
Eligibility Match
9%
Win Probability
7/10
Difficulty
10/10
Reward Score
30–45 hrs
Time Required
100% of admitted students with demonstrated need receive aid
Competition
🌍 Overview
💰
Award Amount
Up to $85,000 per year based on demonstrated need
⏱
Duration
4 years (8 to 12 academic terms)
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Deadline
November 1 (Early Decision), January 2 (Regular Decision)
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Fields
All academic disciplines offered at Dartmouth College
🏆
Awards/Year
Varies (awarded to all admitted students with demonstrated need)
🌏
Study Country
United States
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Provider
Dartmouth College
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Acceptance
Approximately 6% (General Dartmouth Admission Rate)
Dartmouth College provides a robust need-based financial aid program that meets 100% of the demonstrated need for all admitted undergraduate students. In 2022, Dartmouth became need-blind for international students, ensuring that a student's ability to pay does not impact admission decisions. The 'No-Loan' policy ensures that students whose families earn $125,000 or less with typical assets receive packages containing only grants and work-study, eliminating the need for student loans.
👥 Who Should Apply
Open to all undergraduate applicants. Dartmouth is need-blind for all students, including international applicants.
🎨 Fields of Study
All academic disciplines offered at Dartmouth College
✨ Key Benefits
Dartmouth meets 100% of demonstrated financial need with 0% loans. Packages consist entirely of scholarships/grants and work-study.
Approximately 1,100 (50% of the incoming class receive aid)
Winners
Approximately 6% (General Dartmouth Admission Rate)
Acceptance Rate
100% of admitted students with demonstrated need receive aid
Competition Level
Win Probability
9%
Match Score
75%
Competition
50%
💸 Funding Breakdown
Tuition
Yes, up to 100% coverage
Living Stipend
Included in the grant as an allowance for personal expenses and food
Total Award
Up to $85,000 per year based
✈️ Travel: Yes, an allowance for travel is factored into the total financial aid package🏠 Accommodation: Yes, included in the room and board component of the grant💊 Health Insurance: Yes, Dartmouth covers the health insurance plan for students with high financial need🔄 Renewable: Yes💳 App Fee: $80 (Fee waivers available for students with financial need)
🎓 Tuition Coverage
Yes, up to 100% coverage
🏠 Living Stipend
Included in the grant as an allowance for personal expenses and food
🏡 Accommodation
Yes, included in the room and board component of the grant
✈️ Travel Allowance
Yes, an allowance for travel is factored into the total financial aid package
💊 Health Insurance
Yes, Dartmouth covers the health insurance plan for students with high financial need
🎁 Other Benefits
Books and supplies allowance, laptop grants for first-year students with high need
🔄 Renewable
Yes
📋 Renewal Conditions
Must reapply annually by submitting FAFSA/CSS Profile and maintain satisfactory academic progress
✅ Eligibility Requirements
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
Admitted students with demonstrated financial need; includes both domestic and international students
🎓 Academic Level
Undergraduate
📊 Minimum GPA
No specific minimum for aid, but high academic standing is required for admission
🗣️ English Requirement
Required for admission (TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers)
💼 Work Experience
Not required
🏆 Leadership
Considered during the admissions process, not specifically for aid calculation
💰 Financial Need
Mandatory; scholarship is based entirely on demonstrated financial need
🎯 Target Students
Domestic and International undergraduate students
📝 Application Requirements
Essay / SOP
Yes, as part of the Common Application and Dartmouth Supplement
Rec Letters
Yes, two teacher evaluations and one peer recommendation
Interview
Optional (alumni interviews are offered based on availability)
Application Fee
$80 (Fee waivers available for students with financial need)
Documents Required
Academic Transcripts
Passport / National ID
Yes, two teacher evaluations and one peer recommendation Recommendation Letters
CV / Resume
Personal Statement / Essays
Required for admission (TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers)
Interview: Optional (alumni interviews are offered based on availability)
Min GPA: No specific minimum for aid, but high academic standing is required for admission
📋 Application Process
Complete the CSS Profile and FAFSA as early as possible. Ensure all tax documents are uploaded to IDOC.
💡 Insider Tip: International students must submit the CSS Profile to be considered for need-based aid.
🗺️ Application Roadmap
1
Research eligibility and gather requirements
Start Early
2
Collect all required documents
Start Early
3
Request recommendation letters early
4
Write compelling essays and personal statement
⚠ High Risk Stage
5
Submit complete application before deadline
6
Await shortlisting and attend interview if required
⚠ High Risk Stage
📅 Key Dates & Timeline
📅 Opens
August 1 annually
⏰ Deadline
November 1 (Early Decision), January 2 (Regular Decision)
🎤 Interview
Optional (alumni interviews are offered based on availability)
🎓 Study Starts
September annually
August 1 annually
Applications Open
Gather documents and begin essays
November 1 (Early Decision), January 2 (Regular Decision)
Application Deadline
Submit complete application — no late entries
Optional (alumni interviews are offered based on availability)
Shortlisting & Interview
Selected candidates invited for interview
After results
Award Announced
Successful applicants notified
September annually
Studies Begin
Commence degree at host institution
⚖️ Selection Process
📋 Selection Criteria
Demonstrated financial need based on family income, assets, and household size
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