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Marietta College

Marietta, OH 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate83%

Marietta College Tuition Information

In 2022, tuition for full-time Marietta College students was $37,752 a year.

In 2023, tuition increased 2.15%–from $36,956 the previous year. On average, college tuition rises about 3% year.

Remember, the total cost of tuition isn't necessarily what you will have to pay to attend a school. Many students pay way less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts kick in. Plus, student loans can make thecost of college feel more doable until you're done with college.

Marietta College meets 93% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Marietta College is around $37,491 a year.

Does Marietta College Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

Marietta College is a private, nonprofit institution, which means it has the same tuition for residents of Ohio 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 a college where you qualify for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan save students a lot of money on the overall cost of college. Be sure to check your state's guidelines for how to qualify for as an in-state resident. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. In many states, students must have lived in the state for 12 months before starting school to qualify for in-state tuition. There may be other criteria too, depending on where you live.

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Marietta College International Student Tuition

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

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

•Marietta College-specific scholarships

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


Marietta College Living Expenses, Fees, and More


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 Marietta College.

Room and Board Costs at Marietta College

Room and board at Marietta College is $12,544 a year. This number includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a meal plan that allows you to eat all or some of your meals the school dining halls.

Meal-plan costs can depend on how many meals are included in the plan you choose.

How Much Do Books Cost at Marietta College?

The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. The real 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

Most schools also have fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the computer labs and libraries, athletic facilities, and more.

Keep in mind, there could also be other costs associated with participating in certain activities, like Greek Life, or playing on an intramural sports team. Many schools have ways so that those with financial need to find ways to lower or eliminate these costs.

The Cost of Transportation at Marietta College

The total cost of transportation 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 easy to get around on foot? Do you own a car, or will you need to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these questions can make a big difference in your estimated cost of transportation. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car on campus.

A school's location can also have a big effect on 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 flip side, getting around in a city may be pricey, but there may be more buses, trains and low-cost flight options to actually get to school. Marietta Collegeis located in a town in Ohio.

Other Costs

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


Total Tuition and Expenses at Marietta College


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

How Much Does Marietta College Cost?

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition $37,752
Room and Board $12,544
Other expenses $969

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus $52,387
Off-Campus $39,846

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.

Marietta College’s tuition and fees change based on: •Course load for part-time students


Marietta College Financial Aid


The majority of Marietta College undergrads use financial aid to help pay for school. In 2023, 828 of the 1,116 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Marietta College meets 93% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $37,491 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 Marietta College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Marietta 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, Marietta College awarded 777 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $8 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $21.58 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Marietta 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 Marietta 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 Marietta College was $37,491 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Marietta College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus $14,896
Off-Campus $2,355

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

Marietta College Tuition Payment Plans

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

Marietta College does not have guaranteed tuition.

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

Does Marietta College Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to offset the cost of attending. 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.

Marietta 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.

Marietta 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.

As of 2022, the total market value of Marietta College's endowment was $105.6 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. For each full-time student, Marietta College spends about $22,505,778 a year.


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Marietta College Tuition & Fees

Tuition & Fees

$51,418

In State

$51,418

Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$37,752
$37,752
Fees
$1,122
$1,122
Housing
$12,544
$12,544
Books
Unknown
Unknown

Marietta College Financial Aid

Students Who Receive Need-Based Aid

76%

Average Financial Aid Package

$36,161

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

1,198

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

83%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$38,874

Out-of-State

$38,874

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

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