Blackburn College

In 2021, tuition for full-time students at Blackburn College was $26,055 a year.

Tuition increased 1.9% in 2023–from $25,570 the prior year. On average, college tuition rises about 3% year.

If this makes attending the college of your dreams sound impossible, remember, the advertized cost of tuition doesn't mean much if you plan to use financial aid to help pay for college. Many students pay a lot less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Additionally, student loans can make thecost of college more manageable until you're done with college.

Blackburn College meets 82% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Blackburn College full-time are awarded $22,578 a year in financial aid, on average.

In 2020, students graduated with an average of $24,654 in student loans for each student with debt.

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

Blackburn College is a private, religious institution, which means it has the same tuition for students from Illinois as it does for residents from other states.

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. Public insitutions often offer a lower cost of attendance for students who are residents of that state.

Choosing a college where you are eligible for in-state tuition can save students a lot of money on the total cost of attending college. Don't forget to confirm your state's eligibility criteria for in-state residency. Every state has its own rules about what makes someone eligible for in-state tuition. 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 too, depending on the state you and your parents currently reside in.

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Is Blackburn College's Tuition Different for International Students?

Tuition at Blackburn College is the same for each student.

Students from outside of the U.S. are not eligible for federal financial aid, but may qualify for private or Blackburn College-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities. International students who demonstrate financial need may qualify for the following types of financial support at Blackburn College:

•On-campus jobs •Blackburn College-specific scholarships

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

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Blackburn College Housing Expenses, Fees, and More

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In addition to tuition, room and board, books, transportation and fees are also costs it consider when budgeting for college. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at Blackburn College.

House and Food Costs at Blackburn College

Housing and campus dining at Blackburn College costs $9,020 a year. This number includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a meal plan that allows you to eat all or some of your meals the Blackburn College's on-campus cafeterias and dining halls. Students who do not live on-campus but still want to use the dining facilities can pay for a meal plan. The cost of board-only is $7,500.

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

Cost of Books at Blackburn 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 and supplies depends on the courses you take and the materials 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 library, gym and computer labs.

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

The Cost of Transportation at Blackburn College

The cost of transportation 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 walkable? Do you own a car, or are you planning to use public transportation? All of these factors can drastically impact your estimated cost of transportation. At Blackburn College, freshman are allowed to park on campus.

Where are a college is located can impact your transportation budget. Small, rural schools may be easier to get around, but the cost of getting to campus may be higher. On the other hand getting around in an urban area may be expensive, but there may be more buses, trains or low-cost flight options to actually get to school. The Blackburn College campus is located in a town in Illinois, near St. Louis.

Other Costs

When you're planning for college, don’t forget to take into account personal expenses, like entertainment, clothes, furnishings and toiletries.

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Total Tuition and Expenses at Blackburn 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 Blackburn College.

How Much Does Blackburn College Cost?

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$26,055
Room and Board	$9,020
Board Only	$2,500
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	$37,175
Off-Campus	$30,655

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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Blackburn College Financial Aid

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The majority of Blackburn College undergrads use financial aid to help pay for school. In 2023, 429 of the 414 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Blackburn College meets 82% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $22,578 a year. Around 92% of Blackburn College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Blackburn College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $24,654 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$23,290
Private Loans	$20,462

Most Common Loans for Blackburn College Students
Federal Loans	92%
Private loans	6%

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

Scholarships at Blackburn 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, Blackburn College awarded 413 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $6.2 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $2.92 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Blackburn 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 Blackburn 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 Blackburn College was $22,578 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Blackburn College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$14,597
Off-Campus	$8,077

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

Blackburn College Tuition Payment Plans

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

Blackburn College does not have guaranteed tuition.

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

Blackburn College Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to offset the cost of attending. Some colleges offer tuition waivers for employees and their family members, underrepresented students, or military students. Even if you qualify for a waiver, other expenses and fees are the responsibility of the student.

Blackburn 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.

Blackburn 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.

Blackburn College's endowment was valued at $28.9 million in 2023, compared to a national average of $905 million. For each full-time student, Blackburn College spends about $10,096 a year.

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