In average, 51% of full-time first-time beginning undergraduate students (freshmen) have received grants and/or scholarships at two rivalry schools. The average financial aid amount received is $11,426.
For all undergraduate students, 59.00% received grants/scholarship and the average aid amount is $11,507
The average tuition & fees for the schools is $18,737 for state residents and $38,095 for out-of-state students.
The average cost of attendance (COA) including tuition & fees, book & supplies, and living costs for Rutgers vs Penn State is $58,163 and, after receiving financial aid, the actual cost is down to $46,737.
| School Name | Tuition & Fees | Beginning Undergraduate Students (Freshmen) | All Undergraduate Students | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percent Receiving Aid | Average Amounts | Percent Receiving Aid | Average Amounts | ||
| Pennsylvania State University-Main CampusUniversity Park, PA | $40,188 ($20,234) | 44.00% | $10,066 | 56.00% | $11,574 |
| Rutgers University-New BrunswickNew Brunswick, NJ | $36,001 ($17,239) | 57.00% | $12,785 | 62.00% | $11,439 |
| Average | $38,095 ($18,737) | 51% | $11,426 | 59% | $11,507 |