Great Lakes Christian College

$15,750 a year.

Tuition was the same price in 2023 compare to the year before. On average, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

If these numbers sound impossible, remember, the advertized cost of tuition does not always mean much if you plan to use financial aid to help pay for college. Many students find the actual cost of college is a lot less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts kick in. Plus, student loans can make the amount you do have to pay for college more manageable until you're done with college.

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

Does Great Lakes Christian College Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

Great Lakes Christian College is a private, religious institution, so it has the same tuition for residents of Michigan as it does for students who live in 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 a college where you are eligible for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan drastically reduce the overall cost of college. Take the time to check your state's requirements 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 reside in.

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Great Lakes Christian College International Student Tuition

Tuition at Great Lakes Christian College is the same for each student.

International students are not eligible for federal financial aid, but should research private or school-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities.

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Great Lakes Christian 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 Lakes Christian College.

House and Food Costs at Great Lakes Christian College

Room and board at Great Lakes Christian College is $8,600 a year. This number includes 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 Great Lakes Christian College's on-campus cafeterias and dining facilities.

Board costs may vary depending on the number of meals you intend to eat on-campus

Cost of Books at Great Lakes Christian College

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

Most schools charge some yearly fees to help cover the cost of facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.

There may be other costs associated with participating in certain activities, like Greek Life, or playing on an intramural sports team. Most colleges offer resources so that those with financial need to find ways to lower or eliminate these fees.

The Cost of Transportation at Great Lakes Christian College

The cost of getting around in college depends on a few key factors. 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 will you need to use public transportation? All of these questions can drastically impact 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 other hand transportation in a city might be expensive, but cities may offer more buses, trains and low-cost flight options to actually get to school. Great Lakes Christian Collegeis in a suburb in Michigan.

Other Costs

When estimating your budget for college, don’t forget to factor in the cost of things like entertainment, clothes, furnishings and toiletries.

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Financial Breakdown for Great Lakes Christian 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 the actual cost of attending Great Lakes Christian College.

How Much Does Great Lakes Christian College Cost?

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$15,750
Room and Board	$8,600
Other expenses	$735

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$27,555
Off-Campus	$19,714

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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Financial Aid at Great Lakes Christian College

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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 Lakes Christian College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Great Lakes Christian 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 Lakes Christian 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 Lakes Christian 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 Lakes Christian College seem more manageable.

What will attending Great Lakes Christian 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 understand the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the Great Lakes Christian College's net cost calculator on their website.

Great Lakes Christian 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 Lakes Christian College Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to make attending more affordable. Some colleges offer tuition waivers for faculty, staff, and their families , underrepresented students, or military students. Even with a tuition 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.

Great Lakes Christian 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.

Great Lakes Christian College's endowment was valued at $500000 thousand in 2023, compared to a national average of $905 million. For each full-time student, Great Lakes Christian College spends about $5,560 a year.

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