Welch College

In 2012, tuition for full-time students at Welch College was $20,170 a year.

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

Remember, the advertized cost of tuition does not tell the full story. Many students pay much less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. And, student loans can make thecost of college more manageable until you're done with college.

Welch College meets 71% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Welch College is around $5,986 a year.

In 2020, students graduated with an average of $19,688 in student loans for each student with debt.

In-state vs. Out-of-state Tuition at Welch College

Welch College is a private, religious institution, so it has the same tuition for residents of Tennessee as it does for students who live in other states.

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. Public insitutions often offer reduced tuition for those who qualify as Tennessee residents.

Choosing a school where you qualify for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan drastically reduce the cost of tuition, as well as loans and interest owed. Be sure to verify your state's eligibility criteria for as an in-state resident. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. Most states require students to have resided in the state for a certain period of time before qualifying. There may be additional requirements too, depending on where you live.

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Welch College International Student Tuition

Tuition at Welch College is the same for all students.

Students from outside of the U.S. usually do not qualify for for federal financial aid, but should research private or Welch College-specific aid and scholarships. International students with need may qualify for the following types of financial support at Welch College:

•Welch College-specific scholarships

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

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Welch College Living Expenses, Fees, and More

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In addition to the cost of tuition, 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 Welch College.

House and Food Costs at Welch College

Housing and campus dining at Welch College costs $8,170 a year. This covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a dining plan that allows you to eat all or some of your meals the school dining facilities. Students who live off campus but would like to be able to eat in the campus dining can choose to be on a meal plan. The cost of a mean plan, or board-only, is $5,720.

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

Cost of Books at Welch College

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

Yearly Fees

The majority of colleges also have 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 certain activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or playing on an intramural sports team. Most colleges have resources for students with financial need to get help covering these costs.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at Welch 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 plan to bring a car or will you need to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these factors can make a big difference in your transportation budget. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car on campus.

Where are a college is located can also have a big effect on your transportation budget. 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 could be pricey, but there may be more buses, trains or affordable flights to actually get to school. The Welch College campus is in a suburb in Tennessee, near Nashville.

Other Costs

When creating a budget for college, don’t forget to consider the cost of things like movies, takeouts, furniture or appliances for your dorm or housing, and essentials like laundry detergent, toothpaste and toilet paper.

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Financial Breakdown for Welch College

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Now, let’s look at the breakdown of all expenses, to get a better estimate of the actual cost of attending Welch College.

Total Cost of Welch College

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$20,170
Room and Board	$8,170
Board Only	$2,200
Other expenses	$1,400

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$31,590
Off-Campus	$25,220

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.

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

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Financial Aid at Welch College

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In 2023, 160 of the 327 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Welch College meets 71% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $5,986 a year. Around 79% of Welch College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Welch College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $19,688 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$19,688
Private Loans	$0

Most Common Loans for Welch College Students
Federal Loans	79%

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

Scholarships at Welch 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, Welch College awarded 141 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $700000 thousand to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $940,000 in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Welch 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 Welch 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 Welch College was $5,986 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Welch College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$25,604
Off-Campus	$19,234

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

Welch College Tuition Payment Plans

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

Welch College does not have guaranteed tuition.

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

Welch College Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to reduce the total cost of attendance. 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.

Welch 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.

Welch 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.

Welch College's endowment was valued at $2.5 million in 2023, compared to a national average of $905 million. The school spends $5,796 for each full-time student enrolled.

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