Boston Architectural College

In 2021, tuition for full-time students at Boston Architectural College was $26,800 a year.

Tuition increased 4.07% in 2023–from $25,752 the prior year. Usually, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

If this information makes going to college sound impossible, remember, the total cost of tuition isn't necessarily what you will have to pay to attend a school. Many students owe a lot 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 you've finishing school and found a job.

Boston Architectural College meets 37% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Boston Architectural College is around $9,152 a year.

Graduates in the class of 2023 had an average of $62,293 in student loans per borrower.

In-state vs. Out-of-state Tuition at Boston Architectural College

Boston Architectural College is a private, nonprofit institution, so it has the same tuition for students from Massachusetts 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 an insitution where you are eligible for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan save on the cost of tuition, as well as loans and interest owed. Don't forget to check your state's eligibility criteria 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 the state you and your parents currently live in.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Boston Architectural College?

Tuition at Boston Architectural College is the same for every student.

International students are not eligible for federal financial aid, but should research private or Boston Architectural College-specific aid and scholarships.

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

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Boston Architectural College Room, Board, 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 Boston Architectural College.

House and Food Costs at Boston Architectural College

Room and board at Boston Architectural College costs $16,000 a year. This includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a meal plan that enables you to eat all or some of your meals the Boston Architectural College's on-campus cafeterias and dining halls.

Meal-plan costs can depend on the number of meals you intend to eat on-campus

Cost of Books at Boston Architectural 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 used textbooks and materials.

Annual Fees

Most schools also have fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the computer labs and libraries, athletic facilities, and more.

Keep in mind, there could also be optional fees associated with participating in special activities, like Greek Life, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Many schools offer ways so that those with demonstrated need to find ways to lower or eliminate these costs.

Transportation costs

The cost of transportation 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 easy to get around on foot? Do you own a car, or are you planning to use public transportation? All of these questions can drastically impact your estimated cost of transportation.

A school's location can also have a big effect on 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 a city can be costly, but there may be more buses, trains and affordable flights to actually get to school. Boston Architectural Collegeis in a city in Massachusetts, not far from Boston.

Other Costs

When estimating your budget for college, don’t forget to leave some room in your budget for personal expenses, 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 Boston Architectural College

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Now, let’s look at the breakdown of all expenses, to get a better idea of what is really costs to go to Boston Architectural College.

Total Cost of Boston Architectural College

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$26,800
Room and Board	$16,000

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$45,072
Off-Campus	$29,072

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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Boston Architectural College Financial Aid

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In 2023, 85 of the 475 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Boston Architectural College meets 37% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $9,152 a year. Around 96% of Boston Architectural College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Boston Architectural College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $62,293 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$41,314
Private Loans	$45,715

Most Common Loans for Boston Architectural College Students
Federal Loans	91%
Private loans	48%

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 Boston Architectural College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Boston Architectural 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, Boston Architectural College awarded 70 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $600000 thousand to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $60,000 in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Boston Architectural College

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 Boston Architectural 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 Boston Architectural College was $9,152 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Boston Architectural College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$35,920
Off-Campus	$19,920

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

Boston Architectural College 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.

Boston Architectural College Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to certain groups, to reduce the total cost of attendance. Some colleges offer tuition waivers for employees and their family members, underrepresented students, or military students. Even if you qualify for a waiver, students are usually responsible for housing, meal plans, and other expenses.

Check the financial aid website for more information on payment plans and tuition waivers.

Boston Architectural 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 2021, the total market value of Boston Architectural College's endowment was $10.1 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021.

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