Mount Saint Mary College

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Mount Saint Mary College was $39,820 a year.

In 2023, tuition increased 9.03%–from $36,522 the previous year. Usually, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

Remember, the displayed price of tuition doesn't give you enough information to determine the actual cost of attending any given college. Many students pay way less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Plus, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college more manageable until you're done with college.

Mount Saint Mary College meets 73.63% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Mount Saint Mary College is around $34,389 a year.

In 2020, students graduated with an average of $30,148 in student loans for each student with debt.

Mount Saint Mary College: In-state vs. Out-of-State Tuition

Mount Saint Mary College is a private, nonprofit institution, so it has the same tuition for students from New York as it does for students who live in other states.

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. 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 status can cut the cost of college tuition. Take the time to verify your state's criteria for in-state tuition. Every state has its own rules about what makes someone eligible for in-state tuition. The most common requirement is that students must have lived in the state for a full year before starting school. 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 Mount Saint Mary College?

Mount Saint Mary College has the same tuition for international students as for those from out of state.

International students usually do not qualify for for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but should research private or school-specific aid and scholarships. International students who demonstrate financial need may qualify for the following types of financial support at Mount Saint Mary College:

•Mount Saint Mary College-specific scholarships

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

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Mount Saint Mary College Room, Board, Fees, and More

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In addition to 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 Mount Saint Mary College.

House and Food Costs at Mount Saint Mary College

Housing and campus dining at Mount Saint Mary College is $18,820 a year. This covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a dining plan that enables you to eat in the Mount Saint Mary College's on-campus cafeterias and dining facilities.

Meal-plan costs vary based on on how many meals are included in the plan you choose.

How Much Do Books Cost at Mount Saint Mary 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 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

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 additional fees associated with participating in special activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Most colleges offer resources for students with financial need to find ways to lower or eliminate these costs.

Transportation costs

The total cost of transportation in college can really vary. 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 easy to get around on foot? Do you plan to bring a car or are you planning to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these factors can drastically impact your transportation budget. At Mount Saint Mary College, freshman are not allowed to park on campus.

The location of a college or university 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, getting around in an urban area could be costly, but cities may offer more trains, busses or affordable flights to actually get to school. The Mount Saint Mary College campus is located in a suburb in New York, not far from New York City.

Other Costs

When you're planning for college, be sure to leave some room in your budget for 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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Total Tuition and Expenses at Mount Saint Mary College

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Now, let’s go over all of the costs we've covered, to get a better estimate of the actual cost of attending Mount Saint Mary College.

Total Cost of Mount Saint Mary College

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$39,820
Room and Board	$18,820
Board Only	$14,036
Other expenses	$1,086

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$61,276
Off-Campus	$56,492

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.

Mount Saint Mary College’s tuition and fees change based on: •Campus location for full-time and part-time students •Academic program for both full and part-time students •Class time for both full and part-time students •Course load for both full and part-time students

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Mount Saint Mary College Financial Aid

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The majority of Mount Saint Mary College undergrads use financial aid to help pay for school. In 2023, 942 of the 1,542 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Mount Saint Mary College meets 73.63% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $34,389 a year. Around 86% of Mount Saint Mary College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Mount Saint Mary College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $30,148 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$19,791
Private Loans	$42,015

Most Common Loans for Mount Saint Mary College Students
Federal Loans	86%
Private loans	21.2%

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 Mount Saint Mary College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Mount Saint Mary 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, Mount Saint Mary College awarded 906 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $21.5 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $5.83 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Mount Saint Mary 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 Mount Saint Mary 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 Mount Saint Mary College was $34,389 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Mount Saint Mary College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$26,887
Off-Campus	$22,103

What will attending Mount Saint Mary 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 Mount Saint Mary College's net cost calculator on their website.

Mount Saint Mary College Tuition Payment Plans

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

Mount Saint Mary College does not have guaranteed tuition.

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

Mount Saint Mary College Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to offset the cost of attending. Some colleges offer tuition waivers for faculty, staff, and their families , underrepresented students, or military students. Even with a tuition waiver, other expenses and fees are the responsibility of the student.

Mount Saint Mary 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.

Mount Saint Mary 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 2022, the total market value of Mount Saint Mary College's endowment was $68.9 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. The school spends $9,438 for each full-time student enrolled.

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