The Juilliard School¶
Office of Financial Aid 60 Lincoln Center Plaza New York, NY 10023 (212) 799-5000, ext. 212 financialaid@juilliard.edu
July 1, 2025
Jacob Nathaniel Keller 2847 Roslyn Avenue Baltimore, MD 21216
Re: Financial Aid Award Notification -- Academic Year 2025-2026
Dear Jacob,
Congratulations on your admission to The Juilliard School. We are pleased to present your financial aid award for the 2025-2026 academic year. This award reflects our commitment to making a Juilliard education accessible to all admitted students, regardless of financial circumstances.
Your award has been determined based on the information provided in your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), your CSS Profile, and the strength of your audition. Please review the details below carefully.
Student Information¶
| Student | Jacob Nathaniel Keller |
| Student ID | J-2025-04891 |
| Division | Music |
| Program | Bachelor of Music, Piano |
| Enrollment Status | Full-Time |
| Academic Year | 2025-2026 (Fall 2025 / Spring 2026) |
| Student Aid Index | -$1,500 |
| Dependency Status | Independent |
Estimated Cost of Attendance¶
| Component | Annual Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $55,500 |
| Room and Board (Meredith Willson Residence Hall, double occupancy) | $23,530 |
| Books and Supplies | $760 |
| Transportation | $2,212 |
| Personal Expenses | $3,424 |
| Orientation Fee (Fall only) | $250 |
| Total Estimated Cost of Attendance | $85,676 |
Your Financial Aid Award¶
Gift Aid (Does Not Require Repayment)¶
| Source | Fall 2025 | Spring 2026 | Annual Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juilliard Scholarship | $27,600 | $27,600 | $55,200 |
| Federal Pell Grant | $3,698 | $3,697 | $7,395 |
| Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) | $500 | $500 | $1,000 |
| Total Gift Aid | $31,798 | $31,797 | $63,595 |
Estimated Remaining Cost¶
| Total Estimated Cost of Attendance | $85,676 |
| Less: Total Gift Aid | -$63,595 |
| Estimated Remaining Cost | $22,081 |
Additional Funding Options¶
The following options may be available to help cover your remaining costs. These are not part of your gift aid award and must be applied for separately where indicated.
| Option | Amount Available | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Federal Direct Subsidized Loan | Up to $3,500 | Need-based; interest paid by government while enrolled |
| Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan | Up to $6,000 | Not need-based; interest accrues while enrolled |
| Federal Work-Study | Up to $2,000 | On-campus employment; must be earned |
| Payment Plan | Varies | Available through the Office of Student Accounts |
| Outside Scholarships | Varies | Report all outside awards to the Financial Aid Office |
Note: You are not required to accept any loans or work-study. If your remaining costs will be covered by other resources (family contribution, outside scholarships, personal savings), you may decline these options.
Important Information¶
Juilliard Scholarship: Your Juilliard Scholarship of $55,200 reflects the strength of your audition and your demonstrated financial need. This award is renewable for up to four years of undergraduate study, provided you maintain satisfactory academic progress, remain enrolled full-time, and continue to meet financial aid eligibility requirements. Your award amount may be adjusted annually based on changes to your financial circumstances and the availability of institutional funds.
Federal Aid: Federal grants and loans are contingent upon annual FAFSA filing. You must submit a new FAFSA each year by the priority deadline to be considered for continued federal aid. The 2026-2027 FAFSA will be available beginning December 2025.
Housing: Your cost of attendance assumes on-campus housing in the Meredith Willson Residence Hall (double occupancy). If your housing status changes, your cost of attendance and financial aid may be adjusted accordingly.
Outside Scholarships: If you receive any scholarships or grants from sources outside of Juilliard, you are required to notify the Office of Financial Aid. Outside awards may result in adjustments to your financial aid package.
Next Steps¶
- Review this award carefully.
- Accept or decline your award by logging into your Cadence financial aid portal at cadence.juilliard.edu. Your award must be accepted by August 1, 2025.
- Complete Federal Direct Loan entrance counseling and Master Promissory Note at studentaid.gov if you wish to accept any loan funds.
- Contact us if you have questions or if your financial circumstances have changed significantly since filing your FAFSA or CSS Profile.
Contact Information¶
Office of Financial Aid The Juilliard School 60 Lincoln Center Plaza New York, NY 10023
Phone: (212) 799-5000, ext. 212 Email: financialaid@juilliard.edu Portal: cadence.juilliard.edu
Office Hours (Summer): Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET
We look forward to welcoming you to Juilliard this fall. Your talent and dedication have earned you a place in one of the world's premier conservatories, and we are committed to supporting your education.
Sincerely,
Maria Elena Vasquez Director of Financial Aid The Juilliard School