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Miles Community College

Miles City, MT 2-Year Public
Acceptance Rate100%

Miles Community College Tuition Information

In 2002, tuition for full-time students at Miles Community College was $4,680 a year for in-state students and $8,670 a year for out-of-state students.

On average, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

If this makes attending the college of your dreams sound impossible, remember, the "sticker price" of tuition doesn't always mean much if you plan to use financial aid to help pay for college. Many students pay much less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Additionally, student loans can make theprice of collegemore manageable until you've finishing school and found a job.

For information on Miles Community College's financial aid options for first-year students, check with the school directly.

Does Miles Community College Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

Miles Community College is a public, state institution, so it offers a reduced tuition rate of $4,680 for in-state students who attend full-time.

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 are eligible for in-state tuition can drastically reduce the overall cost of college. Be sure to confirm your state's guidelines for how to qualify for as an in-state resident. 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 other criteria as well, depending on where you live.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Miles Community College?

Miles Community College has the same tuition for international students as for those from out of state.

International students are not eligible for federal financial aid, but may be eligible for private or Miles Community College-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities.


Miles Community College Living Expenses, Fees, and More


In addition to the cost of 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 Miles Community College.

House and Food Costs at Miles Community College

Housing and campus dining at Miles Community College is $8,350 a year. This covers 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 school dining facilities.

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

Cost of Books at Miles Community 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 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 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.

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. Most colleges have resources for students with demonstrated need to find ways to lower or eliminate these fees.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at Miles Community College

The total 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 walkable? Do you plan to bring a car or will you need to use public transportation? All of these factors can make a big difference in your transportation budget. At Miles Community College, freshman are allowed to park on campus.

A school's location 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, transportation in a city is sometimes pricey, but there may be more buses, trains or affordable flights to actually get to school. Miles Community Collegeis in a town in Montana.

Other Costs

When budgeting for college, be sure to factor in the cost of things like entertainment, clothes, furnishings and toiletries.


The Full Cost of Attending Miles Community College


Now, let’s do a rundown of all of the costs associated with college, to get a better idea of how much students can expect to shell out for Miles Community College.

How Much Does Miles Community College Cost?

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
In-state Tuition $4,680
Out-of-State Tuition $8,670
Room and Board $8,350
Other expenses $1,400

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

Tuition and fees may vary depending on program, course level, location, and more.

Miles Community College’s tuition and fees change based on: •Course load for both full and part-time students


Miles Community College Financial Aid


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 Miles Community College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Miles Community 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.

Miles Community 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 Miles Community 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.

By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Miles Community College seem more manageable.

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

Miles Community College Tuition Payment Plans

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

Miles Community College does not have guaranteed tuition.

Students cannot pay tuition in installments. Contact the financial aid office to verify this and discuss options.

Miles Community College Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to offset the cost of attending. Some schools offer tuition waivers for faculty, staff, and their families , underrepresented students, or military students. Even if you qualify for a waiver, students are usually responsible for housing, meal plans, and other expenses.

Miles Community 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.

Miles Community 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.

For more information about Miles Community College's endowment, check with the school directly.


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Miles Community College Tuition & Fees

Tuition & Fees

$15,580

In State

$19,570

Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$4,680
$8,670
Fees
$2,550
$2,550
Housing
$8,350
$8,350
Books
Unknown
Unknown

Miles Community College Financial Aid

Students Who Receive Need-Based Aid

Unknown

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

441

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

100%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$7,230

Out-of-State

$11,220

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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