Ohio Northern University

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Ohio Northern University was $35,480 a year.

Tuition increased 3.17% in 2022–from $34,390 the prior year. On average, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

Remember, the "sticker price" of tuition doesn't give you enough information to determine the actual cost of attending any given college. Many students find the actual cost of college is way less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. Plus, student loans can make thecost of college more manageable until after graduation.

In-state vs. Out-of-state Tuition at Ohio Northern University

Ohio Northern University is a private, religious institution, so it has the same tuition for students from Ohio as it does for residents from 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 a college where you qualify for in-state status can cut the cost of college tuition. Be sure to confirm your state's criteria for as an in-state resident. Every state has its own rules about what makes someone eligible for in-state tuition. Most states require students to have resided in the state for a certain period of time before qualifying. There may be additional requirements as well, depending on where you live.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Ohio Northern University?

Tuition at Northern is the same for all students.

Students from outside of the U.S. usually do not qualify for for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but should research private or school-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities..

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

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Ohio Northern University 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 Northern.

Room and Board Costs at Northern

Room and board at Northern is $12,900 a year. This covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a meal plan that enables you to eat all or some of your meals the Northern's on-campus cafeterias and dining facilities.

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

Cost of Books at Northern

The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. The real 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 books from students who have already taken the course.

Yearly Fees

The majority of colleges also have fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.

There may be additional fees associated with participating in special activities, like Greek Life, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Most colleges have ways for students who may struggle to participate because of cost can find ways to lower or eliminate these fees.

Transportation costs

The total cost of getting around in college can really vary. Will you take a subway, car or an airplane to get to school? Will you need to pay to park on-campus? Is the campus walkable? Do you own a car, or are you planning to use public transportation? All of these factors can make a big difference in your transportation budget. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car 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 flip side, getting around in an urban area is sometimes expensive, but there may be more trains, busses and low-cost flight options to actually get to school. Ohio Northern Universityis located in a small town setting in Ohio.

Other Costs

When you're planning for college, don’t forget to take into account the cost of things 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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Total Tuition and Expenses at Ohio Northern University

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

Total Cost of Northern

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

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$35,480
Room and Board	$12,900
Other expenses	$1,557

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$52,787
Off-Campus	$39,887

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.

Northern’s tuition and fees change based on: •Academic program for both full and part-time students •Course load for both full and part-time students

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Ohio Northern University Financial Aid

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The majority of Northern undergrads use financial aid to to cover the cost of tuition. In 2022, 1,692 of the 2,426 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Northern meets 78% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $28,850 a year. Around 76% of Northern undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Northern graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $39,269 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$28,053
Northern-Specific Loans	$9,044
Private Loans	$34,286

Most Common Loans for Northern Students
Federal Loans	74%
Institutional Loans	3%
Private loans	25%

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

Scholarships at Ohio Northern 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, Northern awarded 1,691 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $40.6 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $6.3 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Ohio Northern 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 Northern 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 Northern was $28,850 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Northern seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$23,937
Off-Campus	$11,037

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

Ohio Northern University Tuition Payment Plans

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

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

Northern Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to certain groups, to offset the cost of attending. Some schools 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.

Northern has some full or partial tuition waivers available for: - Minority Students - X - Employees or Children of Employees

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

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