It is interesting to note that, every year, around 80% of students at EBSS receive some kind of financial aid, while the total amount of assistance/loans provided is $795,594. The total percentage of candidates applying to Empire Beauty School-Somersworth who receive the Federal Grant is 70%. Meanwhile, 70% of the applicants receive the Student Grant, while 70% of the students get the Pell Grant. On the other hand, the average aid received by the Pell Grant awardees is $4,251. The annual family income of a candidate is one of the key factors in determining their total eligibility for financial aid. Apart from financial grants and scholarships, candidates can also avail of monetary benefits like student loans to fund their education. In contrast to grants and scholarships, student loans are taken by the candidates at a certain rate of interest. Candidates are also required to repay these loans within a given period. At Empire Beauty School-Somersworth, the percentage of candidates who opt to avail of student loans is around 75%.