Texas College

In 2013, tuition for full-time students at Texas College was $8,208 a year.

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

If this makes attending the college of your dreams feel scary, remember, the total cost of tuition isn't the final cost for attending college. Many students pay way less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Additionally, student loans can make thecost of college more manageable until you're done with college.

Texas College meets 53% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Texas College is around $8,767 a year.

The average student debt for graduates in the class of 2023 was around $21,147 per student, not including those with no debt.

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

Texas College is a private, religious institution, which means it has the same tuition for residents of Texas 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.

Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state residency can cut the cost of college tuition. Take the time to confirm your state's eligibility criteria for in-state residency. Every state has its own rules about what makes someone eligible for in-state tuition. 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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Is Texas College's Tuition Different for International Students?

Tuition at Texas College is the same for all students.

International students usually do not qualify for for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but may be eligible for private or school-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities.

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

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Texas College Room, Board, 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 estimating the cost of attendance for college. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at Texas College.

House and Food Costs at Texas College

Room and board at Texas College is $8,400 a year. This includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a meal plan that allows you to eat in the Texas College's on-campus cafeterias and dining halls.

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

Cost of Books at Texas 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.

Yearly Fees

The majority of colleges charge some yearly 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 additional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Most colleges offer resources for students who may struggle to participate because of cost can get help covering these fees.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at Texas 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 easy to get around on foot? Do you own a car, or are you planning to use public transportation? All of these questions can make a big difference in your estimated cost of transportation. At Texas College, freshman are allowed to park 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 flip side, transportation in a city is usually expensive, but there may be more buses, trains and low-cost flight options to actually get to school. Texas Collegeis in a city in Texas.

Other Costs

When you're planning for college, be sure to leave some room in your budget for the cost of things like going out to eat or see shows, furnishing your living space, and things like haircuts, clothes and, yes, even toilet paper and shampoo.

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The Full Cost of Attending Texas College

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Now, let’s go over all of the costs we've covered, to get a better idea of what is really costs to go to Texas College.

How Much Does Texas College Cost?

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$8,208
Room and Board	$8,400
Other expenses	$1,500

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$22,308
Off-Campus	$15,008

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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Texas College Financial Aid

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The majority of Texas College undergrads use financial aid to finance their education. In 2023, 897 of the 960 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Texas College meets 53% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $8,767 a year. Around 93% of Texas College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Texas College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $21,147 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$21,147
Private Loans	$0

Most Common Loans for Texas College Students
Federal Loans	93%

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 Texas College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Texas 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, Texas College awarded 869 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $4.7 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $680,000 in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Texas 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 Texas 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 Texas College was $8,767 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Texas College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$13,541
Off-Campus	$6,241

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

Texas 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.

Texas College Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to make attending more affordable. Some schools 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.

Check the financial aid website for more information on payment plans and tuition waivers.

Texas 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.

Texas College's endowment was valued at $1.3 million in 2023, compared to a national average of $905 million. The school spends $2,225 for each full-time student enrolled.

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