Barton College

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Barton College was $35,600 a year.

Tuition increased 3.49% in 2023–from $34,400 the prior year. Usually, colleges raise tuition about 3% each year.

Remember, the total cost of tuition isn't the final cost for attending college. Many students pay way less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Additionally, student loans can make theprice of collegemore manageable until you're done with college.

Barton College meets 72.9% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Barton College full-time are awarded $26,811 a year in financial aid, on average.

Students in the class of 2023 who had taken out student loans graduated with an average of $30,147 of debt.

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

Barton College is a private, religious institution, which means it has the same tuition for residents of North Carolina as it does for students who live in other states.

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. Public insitutions often offer reduced tuition for students who are residents of that state.

Choosing an insitution where you qualify for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan save students a lot of money on the total cost of attending college. Don't forget to verify your state's guidelines for how to qualify for in-state residency. 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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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Barton College?

Tuition at Barton College is the same for each student.

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 aid and scholarships. International students who demonstrate financial need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Barton College:

•On-campus jobs •Barton College-specific scholarships

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

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Barton College Living Expenses, Fees, and More

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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 Barton College.

Room and Board Costs at Barton College

Room and board at Barton College is $13,050 a year. This covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a meal plan that allows you to eat in the school dining facilities.

Board costs can depend on the number of meals you intend to eat on-campus

How Much Do Books Cost at Barton 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 materials required. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy used textbooks and materials.

Yearly Fees

The majority of colleges also have 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 additional fees associated with participating in special activities, like Greek Life, or playing on an intramural sports team. Many schools have ways for students with financial need to get help covering these costs.

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

The total cost of getting around 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 small enough that you can easily walk from class-to-class?? Do you own a car, or will you need to use public transportation? All of these questions can make a big difference in your transportation budget. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car on campus.

Where are a college is located 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 flip side, transportation in a city can be costly, but there may be more trains, busses and affordable flights to actually get to school. The Barton College campus is in a town in North Carolina, near Raleigh-Durham.

Other Costs

When creating a budget for college, be sure to factor in 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.

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The Full Cost of Attending Barton College

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Now, let’s go over all of the costs we've covered, to get a better estimate of the actual cost of attending Barton College.

How Much Does Barton College Cost?

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$35,600
Room and Board	$13,050
Other expenses	$1,500

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$50,150
Off-Campus	$37,100

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.

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

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Financial Aid at Barton College

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The majority of Barton College undergrads use financial aid to finance their education. In 2023, 807 of the 1,203 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Barton College meets 72.9% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $26,811 a year. Around 84% of Barton College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Barton College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $30,147 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$25,218
Private Loans	$30,498

Most Common Loans for Barton College Students
Federal Loans	84%
Private loans	14%

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

Scholarships at Barton 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 2023, Barton College awarded 806 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $16.5 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $3.16 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Barton 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 Barton 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 Barton College was $26,811 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Barton College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$23,339
Off-Campus	$10,289

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

Barton College Tuition Payment Plans

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

Barton College does not have guaranteed tuition.

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

Does Barton College Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to reduce the total cost of attendance. 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.

Barton 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.

Barton College's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and supporting students.

Barton College's endowment was valued at $29.1 million in 2023, compared to a national average of $905 million. The school spends $7,731 for each full-time student enrolled.

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