It is interesting to note that, every year, around 95% of students at SBC receive some kind of financial aid, while the total amount of assistance/loans provided is $24,500. Notably, a total of 95% of the applicants to Shawnee Beauty College receive the Federal Grant every year. In comparison, 95% of the students get the Student Grant, and 95% of the applicants receive the Pell Grant. As far as the Pell Grant beneficiaries are concerned, the average aid received stands at $5,500. Among other things, the annual family income of the applicant plays a major role in determining the total financial aid they are actually eligible to receive. Alternatively, the candidates can also avail of monetary benefits like student loans, apart from financial grants and scholarship schemes to pay for their studies. 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. Every year, around 18% of the applicants to Shawnee Beauty College opt for student loans.