Hastings College

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Hastings College was $32,600 a year.

Tuition increased 2.48% in 2022–from $31,810 the previous year. Usually, college tuition rises about 3% year.

Remember, the displayed price of tuition does not give you all the info you need to know how much you will actually have to pay for college. Many students owe way less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. Plus, student loans can make theprice of collegefeel more doable until after graduation.

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

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

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. Public insitutions often offer a lower cost of attendance for students who are residents of that state.

Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state status can cut the cost of college tuition. Take the time to verify your state's rules for as an in-state resident. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. 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 as well, depending on where you live.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Hastings College?

Hastings College has the same tuition for international students as for those from out of state.

Students from outside of the U.S. usually do not qualify for for federal financial aid, but should research private or Hastings College-specific aid and scholarships. International students with need may qualify for the following types of financial support at Hastings College:

•On-campus jobs •Loans from outsideHastings College •Athletic Awards •Hastings College-specific scholarships

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

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Hastings 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 Hastings College.

House and Food Costs at Hastings College

Room and board at Hastings College costs $11,190 a year. This number includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a meal plan that enables you to eat all or some of your meals the school dining facilities. Students who live off campus but would like to be able to eat in the campus dining can opt-in for a meal plan. The cost of a mean plan, or board-only, is $5,450.

Board costs can depend on the numnber of meals you intend to eat on-campus

Cost of Books at Hastings 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 and supplies 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 books from students who have already taken the course.

Yearly Fees

Most schools also have fees to help cover the cost of facilties, like the computer labs and libraries, athletic facilities, and more.

Keep in mind, there could also be additional fees associated with participating in special activities, like Greek Life, or playing on an intramural sports team. Most colleges offer resources for students with demonstrated need to find ways to lower or eliminate these costs.

The Cost of Transportation at Hastings College

The total cost of getting around 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 small enough that you can easily walk from class-to-class?? 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.

The location of a college or university can impact 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 transportation in an urban area might be costly, but cities may offer more buses, trains and affordable flights to actually get to school. The Hastings College campus is in a small town setting in Nebraska.

Other Costs

When budgeting for college, be sure to take into account personal expenses, 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 Hastings College

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Now, let’s go over all of the costs we've covered, to get a better idea of how much students can expect to shell out for Hastings College.

How Much Does Hastings College Cost?

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

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$32,600
Room and Board	$11,190
Board Only	$4,740
Other expenses	$3,036

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$48,906
Off-Campus	$42,456

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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Hastings College Financial Aid

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The majority of Hastings College undergrads use financial aid to finance their education. In 2022, 685 of the 924 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Hastings College meets 81.6% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $29,898 a year. Around 77.85% of Hastings College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Hastings College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $32,017 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$26,178
Private Loans	$27,570

Most Common Loans for Hastings College Students
Federal Loans	77.22%
Private loans	17.09%

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 Hastings College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Hastings 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, Hastings College awarded 685 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $13.6 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $5.23 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Hastings 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 Hastings 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 Hastings College was $29,898 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Hastings College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$19,008
Off-Campus	$12,558

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

Hastings College Tuition Payment Plans

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

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

Hastings College Tuition Waivers

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

Hastings 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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