Great Bay Community College

$5,980 a year for in-state students and $5,980 a year for out-of-state students.

On average, colleges raise tuition about 3% each year.

Remember, the "sticker price" of tuition does not always tell the full story. Many students pay far less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. And, student loans can make theprice of collegemore manageable until you're done with college.

For information on Great Bay Community College's financial aid options for first-year students, check with the school directly.

In-state vs. Out-of-state Tuition at Great Bay Community College

Great Bay Community College is a public, state institution, so it offers a reduced tuition rate of $5,980 for students who qualify as state residents and attend full-time.

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. These institutions offer reduced tuition for those who qualify as New Hampshire residents.

Attending a school where you qualify for in-state tuition can save significant money on the total cost of attending college. Be sure to confirm your state's rules 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 other criteria too, depending on the state you and your parents currently live in.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Great Bay Community College?

Tuition at Great Bay Community College is the same for each student.

International students usually do not qualify for for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but should research private or Great Bay Community College-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities.

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Great Bay Community College Room, Board, 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 Great Bay Community College.

House and Food Costs at Great Bay Community College

Housing and campus dining at Great Bay Community College costs $17,686 a year. This number includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a dining plan that enables you to eat in the Great Bay Community College's on-campus cafeterias and dining facilities.

Meal-plan costs may vary depending on how many meals are included in the plan you choose.

Cost of Books at Great Bay Community College

First-year students are sometimes surprised by how much books and supplies cost–and not in a good way. The real 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 books from students who have already taken the course.

Annual Fees

The majority of colleges charge some yearly 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 special activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or playing on an intramural sports team. Most colleges offer ways for students with demonstrated need to get help covering these fees.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at Great Bay Community College

The cost of transportation in college can really vary. 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 will you need to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these factors can drastically impact your transportation budget.

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 is often costly, but there may be more buses, trains or affordable flights to actually get to school. Great Bay Community Collegeis in a in New Hampshire.

Other Costs

When you're planning for college, be sure to factor in 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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The Full Cost of Attending Great Bay Community 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 Great Bay Community College.

Total Cost of Great Bay Community College

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
In-state Tuition	$5,980
Out-of-State Tuition	$5,980
Room and Board	$17,686
Other expenses	$1,800

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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Great Bay Community College Financial Aid

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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 Great Bay Community College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Great Bay 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.

Great Bay 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 Great Bay 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.

By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Great Bay Community College seem more manageable.

What will attending Great Bay 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 Great Bay Community College's net cost calculator on their website.

Great Bay 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 Great Bay 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 with a tuition 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.

Great Bay 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 Great Bay Community College's endowment, check with the school directly.

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