Guilford College

In 2022, tuition for full-time Guilford College students was $40,400 a year.

Tuition was the same price in 2022 compare to the year before. On average, college tuition rises about 3% year.

Remember, the displayed price of tuition does not tell the full story. Many students pay way less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. Plus, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college feel more doable until you're done with college.

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

Guilford College is a private, religious institution, so it has the same tuition for residents of North Carolina as it does for students who live in other states.

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. Public, state schools can offer lower tuition for students who meet the requirements for in-state residency.

Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state residency can cut the cost of college tuition. Be sure to verify your state's eligibility criteria for in-state residency. 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 too, depending on the state you and your parents currently live in.

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Guilford College International Student Tuition

Tuition at Guilford 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 may qualify for private or Guilford College-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities.. International students with need may qualify for the following types of financial support at Guilford College:

•On-campus jobs •Guilford College-specific scholarships

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

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Guilford College Living Expenses, Fees, and More

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Tuition is not the only cost of attending college; 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 Guilford College.

House and Food Costs at Guilford College

Housing and campus dining at Guilford College is $12,900 a year. This number covers 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 school dining facilities. 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 $6,200.

Meal-plan costs vary based on on the numnber of meals you intend to eat on-campus

Cost of Books at Guilford 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

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 other costs associated with participating in certain activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or playing on an intramural sports team. Many schools have ways so that those who may struggle to participate because of cost can get help covering these costs.

The Cost of Transportation at Guilford 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? Is on-campus parking free, or will you need to budget for parking? 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 transportation budget. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car on campus.

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 other hand transportation in an urban area can be costly, but there may be more buses, trains and affordable flights to actually get to school. Guilford Collegeis in a suburban setting in North Carolina, not far from Raleigh-Durham.

Other Costs

When you're planning for college, don’t forget to take into account personal expenses, 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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The Full Cost of Attending Guilford College

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Now, let’s do a rundown of all of the costs associated with college, to get a better idea of the actual cost of attending Guilford College.

Total Cost of Guilford College

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

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$40,400
Room and Board	$12,900
Board Only	$4,800
Other expenses	$1,500

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$56,810
Off-Campus	$48,710

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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Financial Aid at Guilford College

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In 2022, 536 of the 1,192 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Guilford College meets 55% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $31,490 a year. Around 70% of Guilford College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Guilford College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $6,022 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$5,560
Private Loans	$13,620

Most Common Loans for Guilford College Students
Federal Loans	70%
Private loans	14%

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

Scholarships at Guilford 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, Guilford College awarded 536 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $12.6 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $19.98 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Guilford 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 Guilford 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 Guilford College was $31,490 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Guilford College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$25,320
Off-Campus	$17,220

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

Guilford College Tuition Payment Plans

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

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

Guilford College Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to reduce the total cost of attendance. 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.

Guilford 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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