Siena College

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Siena College was $40,945 a year.

Tuition increased 2.55% in 2022–from $39,925 the previous year. On average, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

If this information makes going to college seem daunting, remember, the advertized cost of tuition doesn't always 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 kick in. And, student loans can make theprice of collegemore manageable until you're done with college.

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

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

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. Public insitutions often offer a lower cost of attendance for those who qualify as New York residents.

Attending an insitution where you are eligible for in-state tuition can drastically reduce the overall cost of college. Don't forget to confirm your state's rules for in-state tuition. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. Most states require students to have resided in the state for a certain period of time before qualifying. There may be additional requirements as well, depending on where you live.

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Tuition for International Students at Siena College

Tuition at Siena College is the same for all students.

International students usually do not qualify for for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but should research private or school-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities..

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Siena College Room, Board, Fees, and More

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

House and Food Costs at Siena College

Room and board at Siena College costs $16,615 a year. This number includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus 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 choose to be on a meal plan. The cost of board-only is $8,422.

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

How Much Do Books Cost at Siena 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

The majority of colleges charge some yearly fees to help cover the cost of facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.

There may be additional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like Greek Life, or playing on an intramural sports team. Most colleges have resources so that those with financial need to get help covering these costs.

The Cost of Transportation at Siena College

The cost of transportation in college can really vary. Will you drive, fly, or take public transportation to school? Is on-campus parking free, or will you need to budget for parking? Is the campus small enough that you can easily walk from class-to-class?? Do you plan to bring a car or are you planning to use public transportation? All of these questions can drastically impact your transportation budget. At Siena College, freshman are not allowed to park on campus.

Where are a college is located can impact 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 a city is usually expensive, but there may be more buses, trains and affordable flights to actually get to school. Siena Collegeis in a suburban setting in New York, not far from Albany-Schenectady-Troy Metro Area.

Other Costs

When creating a 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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Financial Breakdown for Siena College

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Now, let’s go over all of the costs we've covered, to get a better estimate of how much students can expect to shell out for Siena College.

How Much Does Siena College Cost?

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

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$40,945
Room and Board	$16,615
Board Only	$2,660
Other expenses	$2,446

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$61,599
Off-Campus	$46,978

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.

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

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Siena College Financial Aid

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The majority of Siena College undergrads use financial aid to to cover the cost of tuition. In 2022, 2,423 of the 3,498 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Siena College meets 77.1% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $33,500 a year. Around 69.7% of Siena College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Siena College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $36,500 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$23,000
Private Loans	$43,000

Most Common Loans for Siena College Students
Federal Loans	68.6%
Private loans	22.1%

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

Scholarships at Siena 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, Siena College awarded 2,412 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $67.8 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $17.44 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Siena 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 Siena 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 Siena College was $33,500 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Siena College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$28,099
Off-Campus	$13,478

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

Siena College Tuition Payment Plans

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

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

Does Siena College Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to make attending more affordable. Some colleges 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.

Siena 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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