Ave Maria University

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Ave Maria University was $25,168 a year.

In 2023, tuition increased 7%–from $23,521 the previous year. Usually, colleges raise tuition about 3% each year.

Remember, the total cost of tuition isn't necessarily what you will have to pay to attend a school. Many students owe much less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. Plus, student loans can make theprice of collegefeel more doable until you're done with college.

Ave Maria University meets 68.4% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Ave Maria University is around $20,258 a year.

In 2020, students graduated with an average of $24,884 in student loans for each student with debt.

Ave Maria University: In-state vs. Out-of-State Tuition

Ave Maria University is a private, religious institution, so it has the same tuition for residents of Florida as it does for students who live in other states.

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. Public insitutions often offer a lower cost of attendance for those who qualify as Florida residents.

Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state status can cut the cost of college tuition. Don't forget to check your state's requirements 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 other criteria too, depending on the state you and your parents currently reside in.

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Is Ave Maria University's Tuition Different for International Students?

Tuition at Ave Maria University is the same for every student.

Students from outside of the U.S. are not eligible for federal financial aid, but should research private or school-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities. International students with need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Ave Maria University:

•Athletic Awards •Ave Maria University-specific scholarships

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

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Ave Maria University Housing Expenses, 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 Ave Maria University.

House and Food Costs at Ave Maria University

Housing and campus dining at Ave Maria University is $13,283 a year. This includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a dining plan that allows you to eat all or some of your meals the school dining halls.

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

How Much Do Books Cost at Ave Maria University?

The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. The actual cost of books and supplies 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 books from students who have already taken the course.

Yearly Fees

Most schools also have fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.

Keep in mind, there could also be optional fees associated with participating in special activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or playing on an intramural sports team. Most colleges have resources so that those with demonstrated need to find ways to lower or eliminate these fees.

The Cost of Transportation at Ave Maria University

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 walkable? Do you plan to bring a car or are you planning to use public transportation? All of these factors can drastically impact your transportation budget. At Ave Maria University, freshman are not 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, transportation in an urban area is often expensive, but cities may offer more trains, busses or low-cost flight options to actually get to school. Ave Maria Universityis located in a town in Florida.

Other Costs

When estimating your budget for college, be sure to take into account 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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Financial Breakdown for Ave Maria University

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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 Ave Maria University.

How Much Does Ave Maria University Cost?

What will the cost of attending Ave Maria University be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$25,168
Room and Board	$13,283

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$39,638
Off-Campus	$26,355

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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Ave Maria University Financial Aid

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The majority of Ave Maria University undergrads use financial aid to finance their education. In 2023, 675 of the 1,071 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Ave Maria University meets 68.4% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $20,258 a year. Around 51% of Ave Maria University undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Ave Maria University graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $24,884 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$19,587
Private Loans	$27,331

Most Common Loans for Ave Maria University Students
Federal Loans	50%
Private loans	11%

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 Ave Maria University financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Ave Maria University

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, Ave Maria University awarded 674 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $9.9 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $8.26 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Ave Maria University 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 Ave Maria University 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 Ave Maria University was $20,258 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Ave Maria University seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$19,380
Off-Campus	$6,097

What will attending Ave Maria University 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 Ave Maria University's net cost calculator on their website.

Ave Maria University 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.

Ave Maria University Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to certain groups, to make attending more affordable. Some colleges offer tuition waivers for employees and their family members, underrepresented students, or military students. Even with a tuition 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.

Ave Maria University'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 Ave Maria University's endowment was $2.5 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. The school spends $9,458 for each full-time student enrolled.

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