Moravian University

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Moravian College was $48,569 a year.

In 2022, tuition increased 3.78%–from $46,799 the previous year. On average, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

If this information makes going to college sound impossible, remember, the "sticker price" of tuition does not always mean much if you plan to use financial aid to help pay for college. Many students owe far less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. And, student loans can make theprice of collegemore manageable until you've finishing school and found a job.

In-state vs. Out-of-state Tuition at Moravian College

Moravian College is a private, religious institution, which means it has the same tuition for students from Pennsylvania as it does for students who live in 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 an insitution where you are eligible for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan save significant money on the cost of tuition, as well as loans and interest owed. Be sure to confirm your state's criteria for in-state tuition. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. Most states require students to have resided in the state for a certain period of time before qualifying. There may be other criteria as well, depending on where you live.

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Tuition for International Students at Moravian College

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

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

•On-campus jobs •Moravian-specific scholarships

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

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Moravian College Room, Board, Fees, and More

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In addition to the cost of tuition, room and board, books, transportation and fees are also costs it consider when planning for college. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at Moravian.

House and Food Costs at Moravian

Room and board at Moravian costs $14,904 a year. This includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a dining plan that enables you to eat in the school dining facilities. Students who do not live on-campus but still want to use the dining facilities can choose to be on a meal plan. The cost of a mean plan, or board-only, is $5,148.

Meal-plan costs can depend on the numnber of meals you intend to eat on-campus

How Much Do Books Cost at Moravian?

The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. The actual cost of books and supplies 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

The majority of colleges charge some yearly fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the computer labs and libraries, athletic facilities, and more.

Keep in mind, there could also be optional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Most colleges offer ways so that those with demonstrated need to get help covering these fees.

The Cost of Transportation at Moravian

The total cost of getting around in college depends on a few key factors. Will you drive, fly, or take public transportation to school? Is on-campus parking free, or will you need to budget for parking? Is the campus easy to get around on foot? Do you plan to bring a car or will you need to use public transportation? All of these factors can make a big difference in your estimated cost of transportation. At Moravian, freshman are not allowed to park on campus.

The location of a college or university 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 other hand transportation in an urban area may be costly, but cities may offer more buses, trains and low-cost flight options to actually get to school. Moravian Collegeis in a urban setting in Pennsylvania, near Philadelphia.

Other Costs

When estimating your budget for college, be sure to consider 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 Moravian College

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

Total Cost of Moravian

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

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$48,569
Room and Board	$14,904
Board Only	$2,102
Other expenses	$1,440

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$68,044
Off-Campus	$58,124

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.

Moravian’s tuition and fees change based on: •Academic program for part-time students •Class time for both full and part-time students

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Financial Aid at Moravian College

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The majority of Moravian undergrads use financial aid to help pay for school. In 2022, 1,477 of the 1,928 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Moravian meets 79% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $37,950 a year. Around 84% of Moravian undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Moravian graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $49,748 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$26,090
Private Loans	$58,584

Most Common Loans for Moravian Students
Federal Loans	83%
Private loans	34%

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

Scholarships at Moravian 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, Moravian awarded 1,471 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $44.8 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $10.11 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Moravian 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 Moravian 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 Moravian was $37,950 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Moravian seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$30,094
Off-Campus	$20,174

What will attending Moravian 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 Moravian's net cost calculator on their website.

Moravian College Tuition Payment Plans

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

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

Moravian Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to offset the cost of attending. Some colleges offer tuition waivers for faculty, staff, and their families , underrepresented students, or military students. Even with a tuition waiver, students are usually responsible for housing, meal plans, and other expenses.

Moravian 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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