Thiel College

In 2017, tuition for full-time students at Thiel College was $34,964 a year.

In 2023, tuition increased 7.12%–from $32,640 the previous year. Usually, colleges raise tuition about 3% each year.

Remember, the advertized cost of tuition doesn't always give you enough information to determine the actual cost of attending any given college. Many students owe much less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. And, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college feel more doable until after graduation.

Thiel College meets 74% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Thiel College is around $30,816 a year.

The average student debt for graduates in the class of 2023 was around $40,179 per student, not including those with no debt.

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

Thiel College is a private, religious institution, so it has the same tuition for students from Pennsylvania as it does for residents from other states.

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. These institutions offer a lower cost of attendance for those who qualify as Pennsylvania residents.

Attending an insitution where you are eligible for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan drastically reduce the total cost of attending college. Be sure to confirm your state's criteria 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 additional requirements as well, depending on where you live.

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Is Thiel College's Tuition Different for International Students?

Thiel 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 aid and scholarships. International students with need may qualify for the following types of financial support at Thiel College:

•On-campus jobs •Thiel College-specific scholarships

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

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Thiel 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 Thiel College.

House and Food Costs at Thiel College

Housing and campus dining at Thiel College costs $14,850 a year. This number covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a meal plan that allows you to eat in the school dining facilities. Students who do not live on-campus but would like to be able to eat in the campus dining can opt-in for a meal plan. The cost of a mean plan, or board-only, is $4,500.

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

How Much Do Books Cost at Thiel College?

First-year students are sometimes surprised by how much books and supplies cost–and not in a good way. The actual cost of books 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

The majority of colleges charge some yearly fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.

Keep in mind, there could also be additional 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 who may struggle to participate because of cost can find ways to lower or eliminate these costs.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at Thiel College

The total 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? 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 busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these questions can drastically impact your estimated cost of transportation. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car on campus.

Where are a college is located can impact 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 transportation in a city can be costly, but cities may offer more buses, trains or affordable flights to actually get to school. The Thiel College campus is in a rural area in Pennsylvania, near Cleveland and Pittsburgh.

Other Costs

When creating a budget for college, be sure to take into account personal expenses, like movies, takeouts, furniture or appliances for your dorm or housing, and essentials like laundry detergent, toothpaste and toilet paper.

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Total Tuition and Expenses at Thiel 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 Thiel College.

How Much Does Thiel College Cost?

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$34,964
Room and Board	$14,850
Board Only	$2,800
Other expenses	$1,700

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$53,414
Off-Campus	$41,364

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 Thiel College

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The majority of Thiel College undergrads use financial aid to to cover the cost of tuition. In 2023, 704 of the 801 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Thiel College meets 74% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $30,816 a year. Around 92% of Thiel College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Thiel College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $40,179 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$32,905
Private Loans	$34,300

Most Common Loans for Thiel College Students
Federal Loans	78%
Private loans	34%

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

Scholarships at Thiel 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, Thiel College awarded 704 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $18.6 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $2.31 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Thiel 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 Thiel 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 Thiel College was $30,816 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Thiel College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$22,598
Off-Campus	$10,548

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

Thiel 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 Thiel College Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to certain groups, to offset the cost of attending. 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.

Thiel 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.

Thiel College's endowment was valued at $31.4 million in 2023, compared to a national average of $905 million. The school spends $7,994 for each full-time student enrolled.

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