Susquehanna University

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Susquehanna University was $54,440 a year.

Tuition increased 3.93% in 2022–from $52,380 the previous year. Usually, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

If this makes attending the college of your dreams seem daunting, remember, the total cost of tuition isn't the final cost for attending college. Many students find the actual cost of college is much less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. And, student loans can make thecost of college more manageable until after graduation.

Does Susquehanna University Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

Susquehanna University is a private, religious institution, so 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 insitutions often offer a lower cost of attendance for students who are residents of that state.

Choosing an insitution where you qualify for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan save on the cost of tuition, as well as loans and interest owed. Take the time to confirm your state's eligibility criteria for in-state residency. Every state has its own rules about what makes someone eligible for in-state tuition. The most common requirement is that students must have lived in the state for a full year before starting school. There may be other criteria as well, depending on where you live.

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Is Susquehanna University's Tuition Different for International Students?

Tuition at Sesquehanna is the same for all students.

International students are not eligible for federal financial aid, but may qualify for private or school-specific aid and scholarships. International students who demonstrate financial need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Sesquehanna:

•On-campus jobs •Sesquehanna-specific scholarships

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

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Susquehanna University Housing Expenses, Fees, and More

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In addition to the cost of tuition, 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 Sesquehanna.

House and Food Costs at Sesquehanna

Room and board at Sesquehanna costs $14,960 a year. This number includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a dining plan that enables you to eat all or some of your meals the school dining facilities.

Board costs can depend on how many meals are included in the plan you choose.

How Much Do Books Cost at Sesquehanna?

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

Yearly Fees

Most schools also have fees to help cover the cost of facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.

Keep in mind, there could also be other costs associated with participating in special activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or playing on an intramural sports team. Many schools offer resources for students with demonstrated need to get help covering these fees.

The Cost of Transportation at Sesquehanna

The total cost of getting around in college depends on a few key factors. Will you take a subway, car or an airplane to get to school? Is on-campus parking free, or will you need to budget for parking? Is the campus walkable? 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. At Sesquehanna, freshman are allowed to park on campus.

A school's location can also have a big effect on your transportation budget. Small, rural schools may be easier to get around, but the cost of getting to campus may be higher. On the other hand transportation in a city is sometimes costly, but cities may offer more trains, busses and affordable flights to actually get to school. Susquehanna Universityis in a small town setting in Pennsylvania.

Other Costs

When creating a budget for college, be sure to leave some room in your budget for 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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Financial Breakdown for Susquehanna University

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Now, let’s go over all of the costs we've covered, to get a better idea of how much students can expect to shell out for Sesquehanna.

How Much Does Sesquehanna Cost?

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

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$54,440
Room and Board	$14,960
Other expenses	$1,070

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$72,390
Off-Campus	$60,630

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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Susquehanna University Financial Aid

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The majority of Susquehanna University undergrads use financial aid to to cover the cost of tuition. In 2022, 1,704 of the 2,197 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Sesquehanna meets 83% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $41,518 a year. Around 80.1% of Sesquehanna undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Sesquehanna graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $43,633 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$25,817
Sesquehanna-Specific Loans	$5,000
Private Loans	$45,762

Most Common Loans for Sesquehanna Students
Federal Loans	79.3%
Institutional Loans	0.7%
Private loans	31.5%

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 Sesquehanna financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Susquehanna University

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, Sesquehanna awarded 1,704 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $62.6 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $20.62 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Susquehanna University

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 Sesquehanna 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 Sesquehanna was $41,518 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Sesquehanna seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$30,872
Off-Campus	$19,112

What will attending Sesquehanna 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 get a better idea of the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the Sesquehanna's net cost calculator on their website.

Susquehanna University Tuition Payment Plans

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

Students cannot pay tuition in installments. Contact the financial aid office to verify this and discuss options.

Does Susquehanna University Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to reduce the total cost of attendance. Some colleges offer tuition waivers for faculty, staff, and their families , underrepresented students, or military students. Even with a tuition waiver, other expenses and fees are the responsibility of the student.

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

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