Gettysburg College

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Gettysburg College was $61,760 a year.

In 2022, tuition increased 3%–from $59,960 the previous year. Usually, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

Remember, the total cost of tuition isn't necessarily what you will have to pay to attend a school. Many students find the actual cost of college is way less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. Additionally, student loans can make the amount you do have to pay out of pocket feel more doable until after graduation.

Does Gettysburg College Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

Gettysburg College is a private, religious institution, so it has the same tuition for residents of Pennsylvania as it does for students who live in other states.

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. Public, state schools can offer lower tuition for students who meet the requirements for in-state residency.

Choosing a school where you are eligible for in-state tuition can save on the overall cost of college. Don't forget to verify your state's rules for as an in-state resident. 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 as well, depending on the state you and your parents currently live in.

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Tuition for International Students at Gettysburg College

Tuition at Gettysburg College is the same for all students.

International students usually do not qualify for for federal financial aid, but should research private or school-specific aid and scholarships. International students with need may qualify for the following types of financial support at Gettysburg College:

•On-campus jobs •Gettysburg College-specific loans •Gettysburg College-specific scholarships

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

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Gettysburg College Living 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 Gettysburg College.

House and Food Costs at Gettysburg College

Housing and campus dining at Gettysburg College is $14,930 a year. This number includes 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 Gettysburg College's on-campus cafeterias and dining halls.

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

How Much Do Books Cost at Gettysburg College?

First-year students are sometimes surprised by how much books and supplies cost–and not in a good way. The actual cost of books depends on the courses you take and the textbooks, computer programs, or other materials are required.. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy used textbooks and materials.

Annual Fees

The majority of colleges charge some yearly fees to help cover the cost of facilties, like the computer labs and libraries, athletic facilities, and more.

Keep in mind, there could also be other costs associated with participating in special activities, like Greek Life, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Most colleges have ways so that those with demonstrated need to find ways to lower or eliminate these costs.

Transportation costs

The total cost of transportation in college can really vary. 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 small enough that you can easily walk from class-to-class?? Do you plan to bring a car or will you need to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these questions can drastically impact your transportation budget. Keeping in mind, first-year students are not allowed to park a car on campus.

The location of a college or university can impact the amount you'll have to spend just to get around. Small, rural schools may be easier to get around, but the cost of getting to campus may be higher. On the flip side, transportation in an urban area is often pricey, but cities may offer more trains, busses and low-cost flight options to actually get to school. The Gettysburg College campus is in a small town setting in Pennsylvania, near Baltimore and MD and Washington and D.C..

Other Costs

When estimating your budget for college, don’t forget to take into account the cost of things like movies, takeouts, furniture or appliances for your dorm or housing, and essentials like laundry detergent, toothpaste and toilet paper.

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Total Tuition and Expenses at Gettysburg 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 how much students can expect to shell out for Gettysburg College.

How Much Does Gettysburg College Cost?

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

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$61,760
Room and Board	$14,930
Other expenses	$1,210

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$78,900
Off-Campus	$62,760

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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Gettysburg College Financial Aid

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The majority of Gettysburg College undergrads use financial aid to finance their education. In 2022, 1,590 of the 2,401 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Gettysburg College meets 90% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $52,188 a year. Around 63% of Gettysburg College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Gettysburg College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $37,115 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$23,174
Gettysburg College-Specific Loans	$6,637
Private Loans	$42,034

Most Common Loans for Gettysburg College Students
Federal Loans	60%
Institutional Loans	10%
Private loans	13%

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 Gettysburg College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Gettysburg 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, Gettysburg College awarded 1,565 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $87 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $5.88 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Gettysburg 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 Gettysburg 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 Gettysburg College was $52,188 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Gettysburg College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$26,712
Off-Campus	$10,572

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

Gettysburg College Tuition Payment Plans

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

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

Gettysburg College Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to certain groups, to make attending more affordable. Some schools 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.

Gettysburg 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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