Centre College

In 2021, tuition for full-time Centre College students was $48,070 a year.

Tuition increased 4.5% in 2022–from $46,000 the prior year. On average, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

Remember, the total cost of tuition isn't necessarily what you will have to pay to attend a school. Many students find the actual cost of college is far less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. And, student loans can make theprice of collegemore manageable until you've finishing school and found a job.

In-state vs. Out-of-state Tuition at Centre College

Centre College is a private, religious institution, which means it has the same tuition for residents of KY as it does for residents from other states.

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. Public, state schools can offer lower tuition for students who meet the requirements for in-state residency.

Attending a college where you are eligible for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan drastically reduce the overall cost of college. Don't forget to confirm your state's criteria for in-state tuition. 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 where you live.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Centre College?

Tuition at Centre is the same for all students.

International students are not eligible for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but should research private or Centre-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities.. International students with need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Centre:

•On-campus jobs •Centre-specific scholarships

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

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Centre College Housing 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 Centre.

Room and Board Costs at Centre

Room and board at Centre costs $12,300 a year. This covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a meal plan that enables you to eat all or some of your meals the school dining halls.

Board costs can depend on how many meals are included in the plan you choose.

How Much Do Books Cost at Centre?

The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. The actual 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 used textbooks and materials.

Yearly Fees

Most schools 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 certain activities, like Greek Life, or playing on an intramural sports team. Most colleges offer resources so that those with demonstrated need to get help covering these fees.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at Centre

The total cost of transportation in college can really vary. 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 small enough that you can easily walk from class-to-class?? Do you own a car, or will you need 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.

A school's location 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 can be expensive, but there may be more buses, trains or affordable flights to actually get to school. Centre Collegeis located in a small town setting in KY.

Other Costs

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

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Total Tuition and Expenses at Centre College

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Now, let’s do a rundown of all of the costs associated with college, to get a better estimate of how much students can expect to shell out for Centre.

How Much Does Centre Cost?

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

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$48,070
Room and Board	$12,300

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$60,370
Off-Campus	$48,070

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 Centre College

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The majority of Centre undergrads use financial aid to help pay for school. In 2022, 798 of the 1,411 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Centre meets 89% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $43,274 a year. Around 50% of Centre undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Centre graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $23,306 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$23,241
Centre-Specific Loans	$13,378
Private Loans	$44,245

Most Common Loans for Centre Students
Federal Loans	49%
Institutional Loans	1%
Private loans	10%

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 Centre financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Centre 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, Centre awarded 797 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $30.6 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $15.62 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Centre 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 Centre 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 Centre was $43,274 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Centre seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$17,096
Off-Campus	$4,796

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

Centre 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 Centre College Offer Tuition Waivers?

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

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

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