Mackenzie Swanson ’11 never planned on attending a private college. It wasn't until after she toured the campus that she realized St. Norbert was the right choice for her. Then came the hard part — figuring out ways to pay for it.Mackenzie began applying for any scholarships she was eligible for. Maintaining good grades in high school and volunteering paid off, as she received local scholarships as well as an academic scholarship from the college. She also completed the FAFSA early in the spring to see what other types of grants and loans she was eligible for. In the meantime she worked a part-time job and began to save up.
It wasn’t until she received her first financial aid award letter that she knew that a private education at
St. Norbert was more than just a dream.
“It may seem like a private college is beyond most families’ means, but don’t rule it out. Applying for aid is free and you may be surprised just how affordable a St. Norbert education can become. I sure was!”
