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Skidmore College

Meeting 100% of demonstrated need

Skidmore College offers aid on the basis of calculated financial need. Put simply, we take the cost of attendance - family contribution = your financial aid offer. The result is a package that meets 100% of your demonstrated need. 

Applying for aid 

Fill out the CSS Profile. That's it! Simply complete the profile and submit it by the deadline associated with your application cycle. Later on in the process, you may also complete the FAFSA to be considered for state and federal aid, but all we need to get started is the CSS Profile. 

  • ED I: Submit by November 8 
  • ED II and RD: Submit by January 15

Cost of Attendance

Skidmore's comprehensive fee includes tuition, fees, housing, and board changes. Your financial aid package will also consider expenses for books, supplies, transportation, and more.

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Types of Aid 

Skidmore aid packages can include Skidmore grants, Skidmore scholarships, government grants, work-study, and zero or low student loans, depending on total family income. If awarded, your package will re-offered annually to ensure your need is met all four years and can be appealed if your circumstances change. 

Review types of aid

Estimate your Aid

We offer two tools to help estimate your Skidmore costs and eligibility for need-based financial aid. Use the Quick Cost Estimator as a tool for general estimates. Use the Net Price Calculator for in-depth estimates. 

Financial Aid Resources

Paying for college is an important, personalized journey. Our team is ready to help in any way it can. To start, explore some of these resources: 

Need something else? Contact our financial aid experts directly by emailing finaid@hkange.net.

Reference guide

Reference guide

Download our handy guide to Skidmore financial aid, including reminders about dates and deadlines, steps for eligibility, and sample aid scenarios.

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Financial Aid Facts
100%
demonstrated need met for all accepted students
$72M
offered annually in financial aid
$52K
average first-year package
52%
of students receive some form of aid