Carson-Newman University

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Carson-Newman University was $29,920 a year.

Tuition was the same price in 2022 as it was the year before. Usually, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

Remember, the total cost of tuition isn't the final cost for attending college. Many students find the actual cost of college is far less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Additionally, student loans can make theprice of collegefeel more doable until after graduation.

Does Carson-Newman University Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

Carson-Newman University is a private, religious institution, which means it has the same tuition for residents of Tennessee 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.

Attending an insitution where you qualify for in-state tuition can drastically reduce the overall cost of college. Take the time to confirm your state's criteria for as an in-state resident. 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 other criteria as well, depending on where you live.

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Is Carson-Newman University's Tuition Different for International Students?

Carson Newman University 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 may be eligible for private or Carson Newman University-specific aid and scholarships. International students who demonstrate financial need may qualify for the following types of financial support at Carson Newman University:

•On-campus jobs •Loans from outsideCarson Newman University •Athletic Awards •Carson Newman University-specific scholarships

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

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Carson-Newman University Living Expenses, 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 estimating the cost of attendance for college. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at Carson Newman University.

Room and Board Costs at Carson Newman University

Housing and campus dining at Carson Newman University costs $9,474 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 school dining facilities. 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 a mean plan, or board-only, is $3,488.

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

Cost of Books at Carson Newman University

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.

Yearly Fees

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

Keep in mind, there could also be other costs associated with participating in special activities, like Greek Life, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Many schools have resources for students who may struggle to participate because of cost can find ways to lower or eliminate these fees.

The Cost of Transportation at Carson Newman University

The total 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 walkable? Do you own a car, or are you planning to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these factors 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.

A school's location 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 other hand transportation in a city may be pricey, but there may be more buses, trains or low-cost flight options to actually get to school. Carson-Newman Universityis located in a small town setting in Tennessee, not far from Knoxville.

Other Costs

When estimating your budget for college, don’t forget to consider the cost of things 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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Financial Breakdown for Carson-Newman University

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Now, let’s look at the breakdown of all expenses, to get a better estimate of how much students can expect to shell out for Carson Newman University.

How Much Does Carson Newman University Cost?

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

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$29,920
Room and Board	$9,474
Board Only	$4,020
Other expenses	$1,890

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$44,284
Off-Campus	$38,736

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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Carson-Newman University Financial Aid

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The majority of Carson-Newman University undergrads use financial aid to to cover the cost of tuition. In 2022, 1,211 of the 1,695 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Carson Newman University meets 80.5% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $29,665 a year. Around 79.24% of Carson Newman University undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Carson Newman University graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $25,529 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$23,715
State Loans	$12,500
Private Loans	$16,864

Most Common Loans for Carson Newman University Students
Federal Loans	78.69%
State loans	0.55%
Private loans	9.29%

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 Carson Newman University financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Carson-Newman 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, Carson Newman University awarded 1,203 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $26.8 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $4.43 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Carson-Newman University 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 Carson Newman 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 Carson Newman University was $29,665 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Carson Newman University seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$14,619
Off-Campus	$9,071

What will attending Carson Newman 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 make more informed decisions about the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the Carson Newman University's net cost calculator on their website.

Carson-Newman University Tuition Payment Plans

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

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

Carson Newman University Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to reduce the total cost of attendance. Some colleges 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.

Carson Newman 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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