Hampden-Sydney College

In 2022, Hampden-Sydney College's tuition was $48,188 a year.

In 2022, tuition increased 2.5%–from $47,014 the prior year. Usually, colleges raise tuition about 3% each year.

Remember, the "sticker price" of tuition doesn't always give you all the info you need to know how much you will actually have to pay for college. Many students pay much less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Additionally, student loans can make thecost of college more manageable until you've finishing school and found a job.

Does Hampden-Sydney College Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

Hampden-Sydney College is a private, religious institution, which means it has the same tuition for residents of Virginia as it does for students who live in other states.

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. Public insitutions often offer a lower cost of attendance for students who are residents of that state.

Attending a college where you qualify for in-state tuition can drastically reduce the overall cost of college. Don't forget to confirm your state's eligibility criteria for in-state tuition. Every state has its own rules about what makes someone eligible for in-state tuition. 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 other criteria as well, depending on where you live.

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Hampden-Sydney College International Student Tuition

Tuition at Hampden-Sydney is the same for each student.

International students are not eligible for federal financial aid, but should research private or Hampden-Sydney-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities.. International students with need may qualify for the following types of financial support at Hampden-Sydney:

•Hampden-Sydney-specific scholarships

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

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Hampden-Sydney College Room, Board, Fees, and More

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In addition to the cost of tuition, 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 Hampden-Sydney.

Room and Board Costs at Hampden-Sydney

Room and board at Hampden-Sydney is $14,634 a year. This number covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a dining plan that allows you to eat in 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 Hampden-Sydney?

First-year students are sometimes surprised by how much books and supplies cost–and not in a good way. The actual 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 used textbooks and materials.

Yearly Fees

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 additional fees associated with participating in special activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Most colleges offer ways so that those who may struggle to participate because of cost can get help covering these costs.

Transportation costs

The cost of transportation 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 are you planning to use public transportation? All of these questions can make a big difference in your transportation budget. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car on campus.

The location of a college or university can also have a big effect on 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 flip side, getting around in a city might be expensive, but there may be more trains, busses and affordable flights to actually get to school. Hampden-Sydney Collegeis in a rural setting in Virginia, not far from Richmond and Lynchburg and Charlottesville.

Other Costs

When estimating your budget for college, be sure to factor in 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 Hampden-Sydney College

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Now, let’s go over all of the costs we've covered, to get a better estimate of what is really costs to go to Hampden-Sydney.

How Much Does Hampden-Sydney Cost?

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

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$48,188
Room and Board	$14,634
Board Only	$2,250
Other expenses	$1,000

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$67,374
Off-Campus	$54,990

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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Hampden-Sydney College Financial Aid

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The majority of Hampden-Sydney College undergrads use financial aid to to cover the cost of tuition. In 2022, 552 of the 851 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Hampden-Sydney meets 85.4% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $42,587 a year. Around 66% of Hampden-Sydney undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Hampden-Sydney graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $37,297 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$23,478
Private Loans	$44,612

Most Common Loans for Hampden-Sydney Students
Federal Loans	63.68%
Private loans	21.7%

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 Hampden-Sydney financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Hampden-Sydney 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, Hampden-Sydney awarded 549 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $20.6 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $9.04 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Hampden-Sydney 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 Hampden-Sydney 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 Hampden-Sydney was $42,587 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Hampden-Sydney seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$24,787
Off-Campus	$12,403

What will attending Hampden-Sydney 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 Hampden-Sydney's net cost calculator on their website.

Hampden-Sydney College Tuition Payment Plans

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

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

Does Hampden-Sydney Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to certain groups, to reduce the total cost of attendance. Some schools offer tuition waivers for employees and their family members, underrepresented students, or military students. Even if you qualify for a waiver, other expenses and fees are the responsibility of the student.

Hampden-Sydney 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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