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Middlebury College

Middlebury, VT 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate13%
Acceptance Rate13%

Middlebury College Tuition Information

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Middlebury College was $62,000 a year.

In 2022, tuition increased 4.5%–from $59,330 the prior year. Usually, colleges raise tuition about 3% each year.

Remember, the advertized cost of tuition does not tell the full story. Many students find the actual cost of college is a lot less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts kick in. Plus, student loans can make theprice of collegefeel more doable until after graduation.

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

Middlebury College is a private, nonprofit institution, so it has the same tuition for residents of Vermont as it does for residents from other states.

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. These institutions offer reduced tuition for students who are residents of that state.

Choosing a college where you are eligible for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan drastically reduce the total cost of attending college. Take the time to verify your state's eligibility criteria for in-state tuition. 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 additional requirements as well, depending on the state you and your parents currently live in.

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Middlebury College International Student Tuition

Tuition at Middlebury College is the same for every student.

Students from outside of the U.S. are not eligible for federal financial aid, but may be eligible for private or Middlebury College-specific aid and scholarships. International students who demonstrate financial need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Middlebury College:

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


Middlebury College Housing Expenses, Fees, and More


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 Middlebury College.

Room and Board Costs at Middlebury College

Room and board at Middlebury College is $17,800 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 halls.

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

Cost of Books at Middlebury College

The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. The real 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.

Yearly Fees

Most schools 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 optional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or playing on an intramural sports team. Most colleges offer ways for students with financial need to get help covering these costs.

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

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 public transportation? All of these factors can drastically impact your estimated cost of transportation. At Middlebury College, freshman are allowed to park on campus.

A school's location 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 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. Middlebury Collegeis located in a small town setting in Vermont.

Other Costs

When creating a budget for college, don’t forget 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.


Financial Breakdown for Middlebury College


Now, let’s look at the breakdown of all expenses, to get a better idea of the actual cost of attending Middlebury College.

Total Cost of Middlebury College

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

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition $62,000
Room and Board $17,800

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus $80,260
Off-Campus $62,460

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.


Financial Aid at Middlebury College


The majority of Middlebury College undergrads use financial aid to to cover the cost of tuition. In 2022, 1,315 of the 2,580 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Middlebury College meets 100% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $59,146 a year. Around 47% of Middlebury College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Middlebury College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $22,797 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans $14,230
Middlebury College-Specific Loans $7,564
Private Loans $43,540
Most Common Loans for Middlebury College Students
Federal Loans 42%
Institutional Loans 19%
Private loans 7%

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

Scholarships at Middlebury 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, Middlebury College awarded 1,289 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $70.7 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $20 thousand in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Middlebury 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 Middlebury 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 Middlebury College was $59,146 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Middlebury College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus $21,114
Off-Campus $3,314

What will attending Middlebury 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 understand the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the Middlebury College's net cost calculator on their website.

Middlebury College 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.

Middlebury College Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to certain groups, to make attending more affordable. Some colleges offer tuition waivers for employees and their family members, underrepresented students, or military students. Even with a tuition waiver, students are usually responsible for housing, meal plans, and other expenses.

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


Learn More About Middlebury College


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Middlebury College Tuition & Fees

Tuition & Fees

$80,260

In State

$80,260

Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$62,000
$62,000
Fees
$460
$460
Housing
$17,800
$17,800
Books
Unknown
Unknown

Middlebury College Financial Aid

Students Who Receive Need-Based Aid

45%

Average Financial Aid Package

$58,253

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

2,669

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

13%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$62,460

Out-of-State

$62,460

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Jan 1
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