Eastern Maine Community College

On average, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

If these numbers sound impossible, remember, the total cost of tuition isn't necessarily what you will have to pay to attend a school. Many students owe far less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. Plus, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college more manageable until you're done with college.

Eastern Maine Community College meets 58% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Eastern Maine Community College full-time are awarded $7,276 a year in financial aid, on average.

Does Eastern Maine Community College Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

**Eastern Maine Community College is a public, state institution, **

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 a school where you qualify for in-state tuition can drastically reduce the total cost of attending college. Take the time to confirm your state's rules for in-state residency. 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 the state you and your parents currently reside in.

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Eastern Maine Community College International Student Tuition

Tuition at Eastern Maine Community College is the same for all students.

Students from outside of the U.S. are not eligible for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but may qualify for private or Eastern Maine Community College-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities.

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Eastern Maine Community College Room, Board, 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 Eastern Maine Community College.

House and Food Costs at Eastern Maine Community College

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

Cost of Books at Eastern Maine Community 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 and supplies 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 books from students who have already taken the course.

Annual 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 optional fees associated with participating in special activities, like Greek Life, or playing on an intramural sports team. Most colleges have resources so that those who may struggle to participate because of cost can find ways to lower or eliminate these costs.

Transportation costs

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 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.

Where are a college is located can impact 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 an urban area is sometimes pricey, but there may be more buses, trains and affordable flights to actually get to school. Eastern Maine Community Collegeis located in a town in Maine.

Other Costs

When creating a budget for college, don’t forget to leave some room in your budget for the cost of things like entertainment, clothes, furnishings and toiletries.

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Total Tuition and Expenses at Eastern Maine Community College

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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 Eastern Maine Community College.

How Much Does Eastern Maine Community College Cost?

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses

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

Tuition and fees may vary depending on program, course level, location, and more.

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Financial Aid at Eastern Maine Community College

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In 2023, 746 of the 1,923 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Eastern Maine Community College meets 58% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $7,276 a year.

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 Eastern Maine Community College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Eastern Maine Community 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, Eastern Maine Community College awarded 714 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $5.2 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $150,000 in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Eastern Maine Community 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 Eastern Maine Community 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 Eastern Maine Community College was $7,276 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Eastern Maine Community College seem more manageable.

What will attending Eastern Maine Community 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 get a better idea of the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the Eastern Maine Community College's net cost calculator on their website.

Eastern Maine Community 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.

Does Eastern Maine Community College Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for 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, other expenses and fees are the responsibility of the student.

Eastern Maine Community 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.

For more information about Eastern Maine Community College's endowment, check with the school directly.

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