St. Luke's College

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at St Lukes College was $19,440 a year.

Tuition was the same price in 2023 as it was the year before. Usually, college tuition rises about 3% year.

If this information makes going to college seem daunting, remember, the total cost of tuition isn't necessarily what you will have to pay to attend a school. Many students owe way less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts kick in. Plus, student loans can make theprice of collegefeel more doable until you've finishing school and found a job.

St. Luke's College meets 70% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at St. Luke's College is around $10,325 a year.

In 2020, students graduated with an average of $18,217 in student loans for each student with debt.

St. Luke's College: In-state vs. Out-of-State Tuition

St. Luke's College is a private, nonprofit institution, so it has the same tuition for students from Iowa 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 school where you qualify for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan save significant money on the total cost of attending college. Be sure to confirm your state's requirements for in-state residency. 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 additional requirements too, depending on the state you and your parents currently live in.

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Tuition for International Students at St. Luke's College

St. Luke's College has the same tuition for international students as for those from out of state.

International students are not eligible for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but may be eligible for private or St. Luke's College-specific aid and scholarships. International students with need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at St. Luke's College:

•Loans from outsideSt. Luke's College

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St. Luke's College Housing Expenses, Fees, and More

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Tuition is not the only cost of attending college; room and board, books, transportation and fees are also costs it consider when planning for college. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at St. Luke's College.

Room and Board Costs at St. Luke's College

Room and board at St. Luke's College is $11,610 a year. This includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a meal plan that enables you to eat all or some of your meals the school dining halls. Students who live off campus but still want to use the dining facilities can choose to be on a meal plan. The cost of board-only is $8,235.

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

Cost of Books at St. Luke's 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 the materials required. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy used textbooks and materials.

Annual Fees

The majority of colleges also have fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the computer labs and libraries, athletic facilities, and more.

There may be additional fees associated with participating in special activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or playing on an intramural sports team. Many schools have ways so that those who may struggle to participate because of cost can get help covering these fees.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at St. Luke's College

The total cost of getting around in college can really vary. Will you drive, fly, or take public transportation to school? Will you need to pay to park on-campus? Is the campus easy to get around on foot? Do you own a car, or will you need to use public transportation? All of these questions can drastically impact your transportation budget. At St. Luke's College, freshman are allowed to park on campus.

Where are a college is located can also have a big effect on transportation costs. 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 usually expensive, but cities may offer more buses, trains or affordable flights to actually get to school. The St. Luke's College campus is located in a rural area in Iowa, near Omaha.

Other Costs

When you're planning for college, don’t forget to consider personal expenses, like entertainment, clothes, furnishings and toiletries.

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The Full Cost of Attending St. Luke's College

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Now, let’s do a rundown of all of the costs associated with college, to get a better estimate of how much students can expect to shell out for St. Luke's College.

How Much Does St. Luke's College Cost?

What will the cost of attending St. Luke's College be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$19,440
Room and Board	$11,610
Board Only	$3,375
Other expenses	$1,809

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$34,809
Off-Campus	$26,574

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.

St. Luke's College’s tuition and fees change based on: •Academic program for both full and part-time students •Course load for both full and part-time students

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St. Luke's College Financial Aid

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In 2023, 87 of the 196 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. St. Luke's College meets 70% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $10,325 a year. Around 80% of St. Luke's College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. St. Luke's College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $18,217 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$9,582
Private Loans	$34,540

Most Common Loans for St. Luke's College Students
Federal Loans	80%
Private loans	20%

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 St. Luke's College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at St. Luke's 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, St. Luke's College awarded 64 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $1.3 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $240,000 in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

St. Luke's 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 St. Luke's 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 St. Luke's College was $10,325 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of St. Luke's College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$24,484
Off-Campus	$16,249

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

St. Luke's College Tuition Payment Plans

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

St. Luke's College does not have guaranteed tuition.

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

Does St. Luke's College Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to certain groups, to offset the cost of attending. Some colleges offer tuition waivers for employees and their family members, underrepresented students, or military students. Even if you qualify for a waiver, other expenses and fees are the responsibility of the student.

St Lukes 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.

St. Luke's 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 St. Luke's College's endowment was $1.2 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. The school spends $22,759 for each full-time student enrolled.

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