Berry College

In 2022, Berry College's tuition was $39,150 a year.

In 2022, tuition increased 1.87%–from $38,430 the prior year. On average, colleges raise tuition about 3% each year.

Remember, the displayed price of tuition does not tell the full story. Many students find the actual cost of college is way less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. And, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college more manageable until you're done with college.

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

Berry College is a private, religious institution, which means it has the same tuition for students from Georgia as it does for students who live in other states.

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. Public insitutions often offer a lower cost of attendance for students who are residents of that state.

Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state status can cut the cost of college tuition. Take the time to confirm your state's rules for as an in-state resident. Every state has its own rules about what makes someone eligible for in-state tuition. Most states require students to have resided in the state for a certain period of time before qualifying. There may be other criteria as well, depending on where you live.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Berry College?

Tuition at Berry 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 who demonstrate financial need may qualify for the following types of financial support at Berry College:

•Berry College-specific scholarships

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

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Berry College 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 Berry College.

House and Food Costs at Berry College

Housing and campus dining at Berry College is $13,890 a year. This number includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a meal plan that enables you to eat all or some of your meals the Berry College's on-campus cafeterias and dining halls. Students who live off 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 $6,296.

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

How Much Do Books Cost at Berry College?

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

Annual Fees

The majority of colleges also have fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the computer labs and libraries, athletic facilities, and more.

There may be optional fees associated with participating in special activities, like Greek Life, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Most colleges have resources for students who may struggle to participate because of cost can get help covering these costs.

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

The 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? Will you need to pay to park on-campus? Is the campus small enough that you can easily walk from class-to-class?? Do you own a car, or will you need to use public transportation? All of these factors can drastically impact 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 is often costly, but there may be more trains, busses and low-cost flight options to actually get to school. Berry Collegeis located in a suburban setting in Georgia, not far from Atlanta.

Other Costs

When estimating your 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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The Full Cost of Attending Berry College

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

How Much Does Berry College Cost?

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

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$39,150
Room and Board	$13,890
Board Only	$4,686
Other expenses	$1,224

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$55,490
Off-Campus	$47,166

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.

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

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Financial Aid at Berry College

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The majority of Berry College undergrads use financial aid to finance their education. In 2022, 1,523 of the 2,172 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Berry College meets 86.35% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $32,985 a year. Around 56% of Berry College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Berry College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $28,668 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$21,456
State Loans	$16,813
Berry College-Specific Loans	$5,333
Private Loans	$39,926

Most Common Loans for Berry College Students
Federal Loans	56%
State loans	8%
Institutional Loans	2%
Private loans	7%

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

Scholarships at Berry 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 2022, Berry College awarded 1,523 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $44.8 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $18.97 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Berry 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 Berry 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 Berry College was $32,985 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Berry College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$22,505
Off-Campus	$14,181

What will attending Berry 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 get a better idea of the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the Berry College's net cost calculator on their website.

Berry College Tuition Payment Plans

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

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

Does Berry College Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to certain groups, to make attending more affordable. Some schools 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.

Berry 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.

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