In 2022, tuition for full-time Beloit College students was $55,810 a year.
In 2022, tuition increased 3%–from $54,184 the prior year. On average, colleges raise tuition about 3% each year.
If these numbers sound impossible, remember, the "sticker price" of tuition does not give you enough information to determine the actual cost of attending any given college. Many students find the actual cost of college is far less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. Additionally, student loans can make thecost of college feel more doable until you're done with college.
Beloit College is a private, nonprofit institution, so it has the same tuition for residents of Wisconsin as it does for residents from other states.
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 qualify for in-state status can cut the cost of college tuition. Don't forget to verify your state's requirements for as an in-state resident. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. 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 where you live.
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Beloit 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 qualify for private or Beloit College-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities.. International students with need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Beloit College:
•On-campus jobs •Beloit College-specific loans •Beloit College-specific scholarships
International students without financial need may be eligible for merit-based institutional scholarships.
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 Beloit College.
Room and board at Beloit College is $10,330 a year. This includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a meal plan that allows you to eat in the Beloit College's on-campus cafeterias and dining halls. 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 a mean plan, or board-only, is $5,712.
Board costs vary based on on the numnber of meals you intend to eat on-campus
The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. 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.
The majority of colleges charge some yearly 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 Greek Life, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Many schools offer ways so that those who may struggle to participate because of cost can find ways to lower or eliminate these costs.
The cost of getting around in college depends on a few key factors. Will you take a subway, car or an airplane to get to school? Will you need to pay to park on-campus? Is the campus walkable? Do you plan to bring a car or are you planning to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these questions can drastically impact your transportation budget. At Beloit College, 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 often pricey, but there may be more trains, busses or affordable flights to actually get to school. Beloit Collegeis located in a small town setting in Wisconsin, near Chicago and Milwaukee.
When you're planning for college, don’t forget to factor in personal expenses, like movies, takeouts, furniture or appliances for your dorm or housing, and essentials like laundry detergent, toothpaste and toilet paper.
Now, let’s do a rundown of all of the costs associated with college, to get a better idea of the actual cost of attending Beloit College.
What will the cost of attending Beloit College be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.
2022 Total Tuition and Expenses | |
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Tuition | $55,810 |
Room and Board | $10,330 |
Board Only | $4,316 |
Other expenses | $1,396 |
The total estimated cost will vary depending on whether you are going to live on-campus or off-campus.
Total Estimated Costs | |
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On-Campus | $69,064 |
Off-Campus | $63,050 |
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 majority of Beloit College undergrads use financial aid to help pay for school. In 2022, 653 of the 1,011 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Beloit College meets 95.6% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.
The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $56,225.97 a year. Around 55.9% of Beloit College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Beloit College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $11,473.63 of student loan debt.
The average debt for each loan type varies.
Average Debt By Loan Type | |
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Federal Loans | $7,880.54 |
Beloit College-Specific Loans | $3,617.75 |
Private Loans | $16,738.8 |
Most Common Loans for Beloit College Students | |
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Federal Loans | 52.7% |
Institutional Loans | 31.1% |
Private loans | 6.8% |
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 Beloit College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.
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, Beloit College awarded 643 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $28.2 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $12.02 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.
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 Beloit 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 Beloit College was $56,225.97 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Beloit College seem more manageable.
Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students | |
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On-Campus | $12,838.03 |
Off-Campus | $6,824.03 |
What will attending Beloit 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 Beloit College's net cost calculator on their website.
Some students choose to use payment plans to make the cost of tuition fit more comfortably in their budget.
Students cannot pay tuition in installments. Contact the financial aid office to verify this and discuss options.
Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to certain groups, to reduce the total cost of attendance. Some schools offer tuition waivers for faculty, staff, and their families , underrepresented students, or military students. Even with a tuition waiver, students are usually responsible for housing, meal plans, and other expenses.
Beloit 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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