The Colorado College

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Colorado College was $67,458 a year.

In 2023, tuition increased 4.5%–from $64,554 the prior year. Usually, college tuition rises about 3% year.

If this information makes going to college feel scary, remember, the total cost of tuition isn't the final cost for attending college. Many students pay way less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. And, student loans can make theprice of collegefeel more doable until you're done with college.

The Colorado College meets 100% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend The Colorado College full-time are awarded $63,759 a year in financial aid, on average.

Students in the class of 2023 who had taken out student loans graduated with an average of $23,706 of debt.

The Colorado College: In-state vs. Out-of-State Tuition

The Colorado College is a private, nonprofit institution, so it has the same tuition for residents of Colorado 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 Colorado residents.

Attending an insitution where you qualify for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan drastically reduce the overall cost of college. Don't forget to check your state's criteria for in-state residency. 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 additional requirements 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 The Colorado College?

The Colorado College has the same tuition for international students as for those from out of state.

Students from outside of the U.S. are not eligible for federal financial aid, but should research private or school-specific aid and scholarships. International students with need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at The Colorado College:

•On-campus jobs •The Colorado College-specific scholarships

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

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The Colorado College Room, Board, 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 The Colorado College.

Room and Board Costs at The Colorado College

Housing and campus dining at The Colorado College is $15,228 a year. This covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a meal plan that allows you to eat in the school dining facilities. Students who do not live on-campus but still want to use the dining facilities can pay for a meal plan. The cost of a mean plan, or board-only, is $8,628.

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

Cost of Books at The Colorado 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 what kinds of books and materials they require. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy books from students who have already taken the course.

Yearly Fees

Most schools also have fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.

Keep in mind, there could also be optional fees associated with participating in special activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or playing on an intramural sports team. Most colleges have ways for students who may struggle to participate because of cost can find ways to lower or eliminate these fees.

The Cost of Transportation at The Colorado College

The total cost of getting around in college depends on a few key factors. Will you drive, fly, or take public transportation to school? Will you need to pay to park on-campus? Is the campus small enough that you can easily walk from class-to-class?? Do you own a car, or will you need to use public transportation? All of these questions can drastically impact your estimated cost of transportation. At The Colorado 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 an urban area is sometimes pricey, but cities may offer more buses, trains and low-cost flight options to actually get to school. The Colorado Collegeis located in a city in Colorado, near Denver.

Other Costs

When estimating your budget for college, be sure to factor in 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 The Colorado College

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Now, let’s go over all of the costs we've covered, to get a better idea of the actual cost of attending The Colorado College.

How Much Does The Colorado College Cost?

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$67,458
Room and Board	$15,228
Board Only	$6,600
Other expenses	$1,498

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$84,658
Off-Campus	$76,030

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.

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

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The Colorado College Financial Aid

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In 2023, 876 of the 2,180 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. The Colorado College meets 100% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $63,759 a year. Around 29.7% of The Colorado College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. The Colorado College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $23,706 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$19,137
Private Loans	$31,930

Most Common Loans for The Colorado College Students
Federal Loans	30.8%
Private loans	4.8%

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 The Colorado College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at The Colorado 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, The Colorado College awarded 843 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $49.6 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $4.88 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of The Colorado 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 The Colorado 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 The Colorado College was $63,759 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of The Colorado College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$20,899
Off-Campus	$12,271

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

The Colorado College Tuition Payment Plans

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

The Colorado College does not have guaranteed tuition.

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

Does The Colorado College Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to make attending more affordable. Some schools offer tuition waivers for employees and their family members, underrepresented students, or military students. Even if you qualify for a waiver, other expenses and fees are the responsibility of the student.

Colorado 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.

The Colorado 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 The Colorado College's endowment was $826.5 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. For each full-time student, The Colorado College spends about $29,591 a year.

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