Hamilton College

In 2022, Hamilton College's tuition was $62,050 a year.

Tuition increased 4.5% in 2022–from $59,380 the previous year. Usually, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

If this information makes going to college sound impossible, remember, the advertized cost of tuition doesn't give you all the info you need to know how much you will actually have to pay for college. Many students pay much less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. Plus, student loans can make theprice of collegemore manageable until you're done with college.

Hamilton College: In-state vs. Out-of-State Tuition

Hamilton College is a private, nonprofit institution, so it has the same tuition for students from New York 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.

Attending an insitution where you qualify for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan save significant money on the total cost of attending college. Take the time to verify your state's eligibility 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 too, depending on where you live.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Hamilton College?

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

Students from outside of the U.S. usually do not qualify for for federal financial aid, but should research private or Hamilton College-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities.. International students with need may qualify for the following types of financial support at Hamilton College:

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

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Hamilton 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 Hamilton College.

Room and Board Costs at Hamilton College

Housing and campus dining at Hamilton College is $15,910 a year. This includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a dining plan that allows you to eat all or some of your meals the school dining facilities.

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

Cost of Books at Hamilton College

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 used textbooks and materials.

Yearly Fees

Most schools also have fees to help cover the cost of facilties, like the computer labs and libraries, athletic facilities, and more.

There may be optional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or playing on an intramural sports team. Most colleges have ways for students with financial need to find ways to lower or eliminate these fees.

The Cost of Transportation at Hamilton College

The total cost of transportation in college depends on a few key factors. 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 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. At Hamilton College, freshman are not allowed to park on campus.

A school's location can also have a big effect on 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 getting around in a city is often pricey, but there may be more trains, busses or low-cost flight options to actually get to school. The Hamilton College campus is located in a small town setting in New York.

Other Costs

When budgeting for college, be sure to leave some room in your budget for personal expenses, 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 Hamilton College

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Now, let’s do a rundown of all of the costs associated with college, to get a better idea of what is really costs to go to Hamilton College.

Total Cost of Hamilton College

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

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$62,050
Room and Board	$15,910
Other expenses	$1,000

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$80,380
Off-Campus	$63,470

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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Hamilton College Financial Aid

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The majority of Hamilton College undergrads use financial aid to to cover the cost of tuition. In 2022, 1,046 of the 2,055 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Hamilton College meets 100% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $57,037 a year. Around 47% of Hamilton College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Hamilton College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $19,663 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$14,039
Hamilton College-Specific Loans	$2,839
Private Loans	$46,641

Most Common Loans for Hamilton College Students
Federal Loans	39%
Institutional Loans	7%
Private loans	5%

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

Scholarships at Hamilton 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, Hamilton College awarded 1,046 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $52.7 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $590000 thousand in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Hamilton College

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 Hamilton 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 Hamilton College was $57,037 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Hamilton College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$23,343
Off-Campus	$6,433

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

Hamilton 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.

Hamilton College Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to certain groups, to reduce the total cost of attendance. Some schools offer tuition waivers for faculty, staff, and their families , underrepresented students, or military students. Even if you qualify for a 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.

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