Westminster College - New Wilmington

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Westminster College was $38,760 a year.

In 2023, tuition increased 2%–from $38,000 the previous year. On average, college tuition rises about 3% year.

Remember, the advertized cost of tuition does not always tell the full story. Many students pay far less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Plus, student loans can make the amount you do have to pay for college feel more doable until after graduation.

Westminster College meets 87% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Westminster College is around $34,532 a year.

Students in the class of 2023 who had taken out student loans graduated with an average of $37,588 of debt.

Westminster College: In-state vs. Out-of-State Tuition

Westminster College is a private, religious institution, which means it has the same tuition for residents of Pennsylvania as it does for residents from other states.

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. These institutions offer reduced tuition for students who are residents of that state.

Attending an insitution where you are eligible for in-state tuition can save students a lot of money on the overall cost of college. Take the time to verify your state's eligibility criteria for in-state residency. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. The most common requirement is that students must have lived in the state for a full year before starting school. There may be other criteria as well, depending on where you live.

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Is Westminster College's Tuition Different for International Students?

Tuition at Westminster College is the same for every student.

Students from outside of the U.S. are not eligible for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but should research private or school-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities.

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

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Westminster College Housing 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 Westminster College.

House and Food Costs at Westminster College

Housing and campus dining at Westminster College costs $12,380 a year. This number covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a dining plan that allows you to eat in the Westminster College's on-campus cafeterias and dining facilities.

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

How Much Do Books Cost at Westminster 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 the textbooks, computer programs, or other materials are required.. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy used textbooks and materials.

Yearly Fees

Most schools charge some yearly fees to help cover the cost of 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 playing on an intramural sports team. Most colleges have ways for students who may struggle to participate because of cost can get help covering these fees.

Transportation costs

The total cost of getting around 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 small enough that you can easily walk from class-to-class?? Do you own a car, or are you planning to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these factors can drastically impact your estimated cost of transportation. At Westminster College, freshman are allowed to park on campus.

Where are a college is located 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, getting around in an urban area is sometimes pricey, but there may be more buses, trains and affordable flights to actually get to school. Westminster Collegeis in a town in Pennsylvania, near Pittsburgh.

Other Costs

When you're planning for college, don’t forget to factor in the cost of things like entertainment, clothes, furnishings and toiletries.

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The Full Cost of Attending Westminster College

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Now, let’s look at the breakdown of all expenses, to get a better idea of how much students can expect to shell out for Westminster College.

Total Cost of Westminster College

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$38,760
Room and Board	$12,380
Board Only	$5,720
Other expenses	$1,250

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$53,100
Off-Campus	$46,440

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.

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

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Financial Aid at Westminster College

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The majority of Westminster College undergrads use financial aid to finance their education. In 2023, 805 of the 1,137 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Westminster College meets 87% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $34,532 a year. Around 82% of Westminster College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Westminster College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $37,588 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$24,342
Private Loans	$36,749

Most Common Loans for Westminster College Students
Federal Loans	81%
Private loans	21%

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

Scholarships at Westminster 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, Westminster College awarded 793 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $24.7 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $5.01 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Westminster 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 Westminster 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 Westminster College was $34,532 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Westminster College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$18,568
Off-Campus	$11,908

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

Westminster College Tuition Payment Plans

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

Westminster College does not have guaranteed tuition.

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

Does Westminster College Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to make attending more affordable. Some schools offer tuition waivers for faculty, staff, and their families , underrepresented students, or military students. Even if you qualify for a waiver, other expenses and fees are the responsibility of the student.

Westminster 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.

Westminster 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 Westminster College's endowment was $133.3 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. For each full-time student, Westminster College spends about $11,771 a year.

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