Ursinus College

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Ursinus College was $58,016 a year.

In 2022, tuition increased 2.5%–from $56,600 the prior year. Usually, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

If these numbers sound impossible, remember, the "sticker price" of tuition does not give you enough information to determine the actual cost of attending any given college. Many students pay a lot less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts kick in. Plus, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college feel more doable until you've finishing school and found a job.

Ursinus College: In-state vs. Out-of-State Tuition

Ursinus College is a private, nonprofit institution, which means it has the same tuition for students from Pennsylvania as it does for residents from other states.

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. Public, state schools can offer lower tuition for students who meet the requirements for in-state residency.

Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state residency can cut the cost of college tuition. Don't forget to confirm your state's rules for in-state residency. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. The most common requirement is that students must have lived in the state for a full year before starting school. There may be additional requirements too, depending on the state you and your parents currently live in.

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Is Ursinus College's Tuition Different for International Students?

Ursinus College has the same tuition for international students as for those from out of state.

International students usually do not qualify for for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but should research private or Ursinus College-specific aid and scholarships.

International students without financial need may be eligible for merit-based institutional scholarships.

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Ursinus College Housing Expenses, Fees, and More

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Tuition is not the only cost of attending college; there are other costs associated with college, like room and board, facility fees, and books and supplies. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at Ursinus College.

House and Food Costs at Ursinus College

Housing and campus dining at Ursinus College is $14,624 a year. This number covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a dining plan that allows you to eat all or some of your meals the school dining facilities. Students who live off campus but would like to be able to eat in the campus dining can opt-in for a meal plan. The cost of board-only is $9,600.

Meal-plan costs may vary depending on the numnber of meals you intend to eat on-campus

How Much Do Books Cost at Ursinus College?

The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. The actual cost of books depends on the courses you take and the materials required. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy books from students who have already taken the course.

Annual Fees

Most schools also have fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.

There may be other costs associated with participating in special activities, like Greek Life, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Most colleges offer resources so that those with financial need to find ways to lower or eliminate these fees.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at Ursinus College

The cost of transportation in college depends on a few key factors. Will you drive, fly, or take public transportation to school? Will you need to pay to park on-campus? Is the campus small enough that you can easily walk from class-to-class?? Do you plan to bring a car or are you planning to use public transportation? All of these questions can drastically impact your transportation budget. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car on campus.

A school's location can impact your transportation budget. Small, rural schools may be easier to get around, but the cost of getting to campus may be higher. On the flip side, getting around in a city is sometimes expensive, but cities may offer more buses, trains or low-cost flight options to actually get to school. Ursinus Collegeis in a suburban setting in Pennsylvania, not far from Philadelphia.

Other Costs

When budgeting for college, be sure to factor in personal expenses, like going out to eat or see shows, furnishing your living space, and things like haircuts, clothes and, yes, even toilet paper and shampoo.

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Total Tuition and Expenses at Ursinus College

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Now, let’s do a rundown of all of the costs associated with college, to get a better idea of the actual cost of attending Ursinus College.

Total Cost of Ursinus College

What will the cost of attending Ursinus College be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$58,016
Room and Board	$14,624
Board Only	$5,024
Other expenses	$1,572

The total estimated cost will vary depending on whether you are going to live on-campus or off-campus.

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$75,212
Off-Campus	$65,612

The breakdowns above provide a good estimate of the total cost of attendance before financial aid and scholarships. Tuition and fees may vary depending on program, course level, location, and more.

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Ursinus College Financial Aid

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The majority of Ursinus College undergrads use financial aid to help pay for school. In 2022, 1,120 of the 1,556 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Ursinus College meets 81.3% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $45,700 a year. Around 78.11% of Ursinus College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Ursinus College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $40,882 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$24,892
Private Loans	$50,791

Most Common Loans for Ursinus College Students
Federal Loans	76.77%
Private loans	25.25%

Most students take out institutional or government loans, because they tend to have lower interest rates and more flexible repayment options than private loans. Loans from the federal government can be subsidized or unsubsidized. Subsidized loans do not accrue interest during school, while unsubsidized loans begin accruing interest at the time the loan is issued. If students do no qualify for enough federal loans to cover the cost of tuition, some take out private loans. Parents can also take out ParentPLUS loans, which are government loans for parents who are helping their children pay for college.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) helps colleges determine how much financial need students and their familes have, so they can offer a financial aid package that meets, or come close to meeting, their need. For more information on Ursinus College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Ursinus College

Some students may receive grants and scholarships to help pay for college. Unlike loans, scholarships and grants do not have to be paid back.

In 2022, Ursinus College awarded 1,107 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $42.6 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $15.72 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Ursinus College Net Cost

The net price of college is the actual cost of attending a school for one year. Net cost is calculated by subtracting any scholarships, grants or other aid that does not need to be paid back from the total cost. Student loans are not part of the calculation, because they need to be repaid.

Now that we have a sense of the total estimated costs for Ursinus College students, we can subtract the average financial aid package to find the estimated net cost. Net cost can vary depending on a students’ need and the financial aid award received.

When considering whether a school fits your budget, it is important to consider the estimated net cost, not just the sticker price of tuition. Often, schools with the highest tuition also offer the most generous aid packages, so estimate your net cost before eliminating a school because it does fit your budget.

The average amount of financial aid received by a full-time first year student with demonstrated need at Ursinus College was $45,700 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Ursinus College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$29,512
Off-Campus	$19,912

What will attending Ursinus College really cost you? The answer depends on several factors.

As of 2011, colleges are required to have a net price calculator on their website to help prospective students and their families make more informed decisions about the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the Ursinus College's net cost calculator on their website.

Ursinus College Tuition Payment Plans

Some students choose to use payment plans to make the cost of tuition fit more comfortably in their budget.

Ursinus College offers an Installment Payment Plan, which allows students to pay tuition in a series of smaller chunks instead of one lump sum.

Does Ursinus College Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to reduce the total cost of attendance. Some colleges offer tuition waivers for employees and their family members, underrepresented students, or military students. Even if you qualify for a waiver, students are usually responsible for housing, meal plans, and other expenses.

Ursinus College has some full or partial tuition waivers available for: - Employees or Children of Employees

Check the financial aid website for more information on payment plans and tuition waivers.

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