Brown University

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Brown University was $62,680 a year.

Tuition increased 2.85% in 2022–from $60,944 the previous year. Usually, colleges raise tuition about 3% each year.

If this makes attending the college of your dreams feel scary, remember, the "sticker price" of tuition doesn't always give you all the info you need to know how much you will actually have to pay for college. Many students pay far less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Plus, student loans can make theprice of collegemore manageable until after graduation.

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

Brown University is a private, nonprofit institution, which means it has the same tuition for students from Rhode Island as it does for residents from 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 an insitution where you qualify for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan drastically reduce the overall cost of college. Take the time to check your state's rules for in-state tuition. Every state has its own rules about what makes someone eligible for in-state tuition. In many states, students must have lived in the state for 12 months before starting school to qualify for in-state tuition. There may be other criteria too, depending on the state you and your parents currently reside in.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Brown University?

Tuition at Brown is the same for every student.

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

•On-campus jobs •Brown-specific loans •Brown-specific scholarships

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Brown University Living Expenses, Fees, and More

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Tuition is not the only cost of attending college; room and board, books, transportation and fees are also costs it consider when estimating the cost of attendance for college. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at Brown.

Room and Board Costs at Brown

Room and board at Brown is $15,840 a year. This includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a dining plan that allows you to eat in the school dining facilities. Students who live off campus but still want to use the dining facilities can pay for a meal plan. The cost of board-only is $9,368.

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

Cost of Books at Brown

First-year students are sometimes surprised by how much books and supplies cost–and not in a good way. The real cost of books 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 used textbooks and materials.

Yearly Fees

Most schools charge some yearly fees to help cover the cost of facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.

There may be optional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or playing on an intramural sports team. Many schools offer ways for students with demonstrated need to get help covering these fees.

The Cost of Transportation at Brown

The total cost of transportation 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 walkable? Do you plan to bring a car or will you need to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these factors can make a big difference in your estimated cost of transportation. At Brown, freshman are not allowed to park on campus.

Where are a college is located can also have a big effect on transportation costs. 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 can be costly, but there may be more buses, trains or low-cost flight options to actually get to school. Brown Universityis in a urban setting in Rhode Island, near Boston.

Other Costs

When estimating your budget for college, be sure 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 Brown University

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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 Brown.

Total Cost of Brown

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

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$62,680
Room and Board	$15,840
Board Only	$6,472
Other expenses	$2,700

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$84,986
Off-Campus	$75,618

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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Financial Aid at Brown University

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In 2022, 2,988 of the 7,349 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Brown meets 100% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $59,749 a year. Around 31% of Brown undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Brown graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $24,102 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$13,295
Brown-Specific Loans	$7,598
Private Loans	$69,498

Most Common Loans for Brown Students
Federal Loans	30%
Institutional Loans	1%
Private loans	1%

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

Scholarships at Brown 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, Brown awarded 2,959 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $170.6 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $6.31 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Brown 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 Brown 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 Brown was $59,749 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Brown seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$25,237
Off-Campus	$15,869

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

Brown 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.

Brown Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to make attending more affordable. Some colleges offer tuition waivers for faculty, staff, and their families , underrepresented students, or military students. Even if you qualify for a 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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