Lebanon Valley College

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Lebanon Valley College was $47,240 a year.

Tuition increased 3.01% in 2022–from $45,860 the prior year. Usually, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

If these numbers seem daunting, remember, the advertized cost of tuition does not give you enough information to determine the actual cost of attending any given college. Many students find the actual cost of college is a lot less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. Plus, student loans can make theprice of collegemore manageable until you're done with college.

Does Lebanon Valley College Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

Lebanon Valley College is a private, religious institution, so it has the same tuition for residents of Pennsylvania 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.

Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state tuition can cut the cost of college tuition. Be sure to confirm your state's eligibility 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 additional requirements as well, depending on the state you and your parents currently reside in.

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Lebanon Valley College International Student Tuition

Lebanon Valley College 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 qualify for private or school-specific aid and scholarships. International students who demonstrate financial need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Lebanon Valley College:

•On-campus jobs •Lebanon Valley College-specific scholarships

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

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Lebanon Valley College Housing Expenses, 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 Lebanon Valley College.

Room and Board Costs at Lebanon Valley College

Room and board at Lebanon Valley College is $13,220 a year. This number 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. Students who do not live on-campus but still want to use the dining facilities can opt-in for a meal plan. The cost of board-only is $1,450.

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

Cost of Books at Lebanon Valley 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 used textbooks and materials.

Annual Fees

Most schools also have fees to help cover the cost of 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. Most colleges offer ways for students with financial need to find ways to lower or eliminate these costs.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at Lebanon Valley College

The cost of getting around in college depends on a few key factors. Will you take a subway, car or an airplane to get to school? Is on-campus parking free, or will you need to budget for parking? Is the campus easy to get around on foot? Do you own a car, or will you need to use public transportation? All of these questions can drastically impact your estimated cost of transportation. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car on campus.

A school's location can also have a big effect on 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 can be costly, but there may be more buses, trains and low-cost flight options to actually get to school. Lebanon Valley Collegeis located in a small town setting in Pennsylvania.

Other Costs

When you're planning for college, don’t forget to leave some room in your budget for 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 Lebanon Valley 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 what is really costs to go to Lebanon Valley College.

How Much Does Lebanon Valley College Cost?

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

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$47,240
Room and Board	$13,220
Board Only	$1,250
Other expenses	$1,600

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$64,640
Off-Campus	$52,670

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 Lebanon Valley College

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The majority of Lebanon Valley College undergrads use financial aid to to cover the cost of tuition. In 2022, 1,354 of the 1,691 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Lebanon Valley College meets 86% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $39,698 a year. Around 85% of Lebanon Valley College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Lebanon Valley College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $42,149 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$24,010
Lebanon Valley College-Specific Loans	$5,000
Private Loans	$44,831

Most Common Loans for Lebanon Valley College Students
Federal Loans	84%
Private loans	35%

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 Lebanon Valley College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Lebanon Valley 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, Lebanon Valley College awarded 1,343 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $42 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $9.8 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Lebanon Valley 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 Lebanon Valley 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 Lebanon Valley College was $39,698 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Lebanon Valley College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$24,942
Off-Campus	$12,972

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

Lebanon Valley 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.

Lebanon Valley College 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 if you qualify for a 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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