Brevard College

In 2021, tuition for full-time students at Brevard College was $28,400 a year.

Tuition was the same price in 2022 as it was the year before. On average, college tuition rises about 3% year.

If these numbers sound impossible, remember, the total cost of tuition isn't necessarily what you will have to pay to attend a school. Many students pay far less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Additionally, student loans can make the amount you do have to pay for college more manageable until you've finishing school and found a job.

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

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

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. These institutions offer reduced tuition for those who qualify as North Carolina residents.

Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state tuition can cut the cost of college tuition. Be sure to check your state's requirements for in-state residency. 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 too, depending on the state you and your parents currently reside in.

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Tuition for International Students at Brevard College

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

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Brevard College Room, Board, 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 Brevard College.

Room and Board Costs at Brevard College

Housing and campus dining at Brevard College costs $11,400 a year. This number covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a meal plan that enables you to eat in the school dining facilities.

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

How Much Do Books Cost at Brevard College?

First-year students are sometimes surprised by how much books and supplies cost–and not in a good way. The actual 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 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 other costs associated with participating in certain activities, like Greek Life, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Most colleges offer resources so that those with demonstrated need to find ways to lower or eliminate these costs.

The Cost of Transportation at Brevard College

The total cost of transportation 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 make a big difference in your estimated cost of transportation. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car on campus.

Where are a college is located can impact your transportation budget. 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 a city can be costly, but cities may offer more trains, busses and affordable flights to actually get to school. The Brevard College campus is in a small town setting in North Carolina.

Other Costs

When budgeting for college, be sure to consider the cost of things like entertainment, clothes, furnishings and toiletries.

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The Full Cost of Attending Brevard College

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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 Brevard College.

How Much Does Brevard College Cost?

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

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$28,400
Room and Board	$11,400
Other expenses	$2,000

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$44,650
Off-Campus	$33,250

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 Brevard College

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The majority of Brevard College undergrads use financial aid to to cover the cost of tuition. In 2022, 542 of the 828 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Brevard College meets 68% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $20,009 a year. Around 61% of Brevard College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Brevard College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $28,511 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$24,141
Private Loans	$49,154

Most Common Loans for Brevard College Students
Federal Loans	61%
Private loans	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 Brevard College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Brevard 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, Brevard College awarded 540 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $8.5 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $1.53 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Brevard 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 Brevard 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 Brevard College was $20,009 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Brevard College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$24,641
Off-Campus	$13,241

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

Brevard College Tuition Payment Plans

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.

Does Brevard College Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for 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, students are usually responsible for housing, meal plans, and other expenses.

Check the financial aid website for more information on payment plans and tuition waivers.

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