Willamette University

In 2022, tuition for full-time Willamette University students was $45,000 a year.

Tuition increased 3.45% in 2022–from $43,500 the previous year. Usually, colleges raise tuition about 3% each year.

If this makes attending the college of your dreams feel scary, remember, the advertized cost of tuition does not always mean much if you plan to use financial aid to help pay for college. Many students owe far less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. And, student loans can make thecost of college feel more doable until you've finishing school and found a job.

In-state vs. Out-of-state Tuition at Willamette University

Willamette University is a private, religious institution, so it has the same tuition for residents of Oregon as it does for students who live in other states.

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. Public insitutions often offer reduced tuition for those who qualify as Oregon residents.

Attending a college where you qualify for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan save on the overall cost of college. Don't forget to check your state's rules for in-state tuition. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. The most common requirement is that students must have lived in the state for a full year before starting school. There may be additional requirements too, depending on where you live.

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Is Willamette University's Tuition Different for International Students?

Tuition at Willamette University is the same for each student.

International students are not eligible for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but should research private or Willamette University-specific aid and scholarships. International students who demonstrate financial need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Willamette University:

•On-campus jobs •Loans from outsideWillamette University •Willamette University-specific scholarships

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

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Willamette University Living Expenses, Fees, and More

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Tuition is not the only cost of attending college; 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 Willamette University.

Room and Board Costs at Willamette University

Housing and campus dining at Willamette University costs $14,240 a year. This covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a meal plan that allows you to eat in the school dining halls. Students who do not live on-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 $7,586.

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

Cost of Books at Willamette University

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 materials required. 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

The majority of colleges charge some yearly fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.

There may be other costs associated with participating in certain activities, like Greek Life, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Most colleges have ways so that those with demonstrated need to find ways to lower or eliminate these costs.

Transportation costs

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 easy to get around on foot? Do you own a car, or will you need to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these questions can drastically impact your transportation budget. At Willamette University, freshman are allowed to park on campus.

The location of a college or university can also have a big effect on transportation costs. Small, rural schools may be easier to get around, but the cost of getting to campus may be higher. On the other hand getting around in an urban area is sometimes pricey, but cities may offer more buses, trains or low-cost flight options to actually get to school. Willamette Universityis in a urban setting in Oregon, not far from Portland.

Other Costs

When budgeting for college, don’t forget 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 Willamette University

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Now, let’s do a rundown of all of the costs associated with college, to get a better idea of what is really costs to go to Willamette University.

How Much Does Willamette University Cost?

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

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$45,000
Room and Board	$14,240
Board Only	$6,812
Other expenses	$1,418

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$62,180
Off-Campus	$54,752

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 Willamette University

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The majority of Willamette University undergrads use financial aid to finance their education. In 2022, 707 of the 1,237 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Willamette University meets 69% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $28,818 a year. Around 57% of Willamette University undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Willamette University graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $26,741 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$20,461
Private Loans	$46,783

Most Common Loans for Willamette University Students
Federal Loans	56.7%
Private loans	7.8%

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 Willamette University financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Willamette University

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, Willamette University awarded 671 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $21.6 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $7.76 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Willamette University

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 Willamette University 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 Willamette University was $28,818 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Willamette University seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$33,362
Off-Campus	$25,934

What will attending Willamette University 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 Willamette University's net cost calculator on their website.

Willamette University Tuition Payment Plans

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

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

Willamette University Tuition Waivers

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

Willamette University 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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