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Newberry College

Newberry, SC 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate57%

Newberry College Tuition Information

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Newberry College was $25,650 a year.

Tuition was the same price in 2023 compare to the year before. On average, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

If this information makes going to college feel scary, remember, the total cost of tuition isn't necessarily what you will have to pay to attend a school. Many students owe much less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. And, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college feel more doable until after graduation.

Newberry College meets 76.1% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Newberry College is around $28,873 a year.

The average student debt for graduates in the class of 2023 was around $28,411 per student, not including those with no debt.

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

Newberry College is a private, religious institution, which means it has the same tuition for students from South Carolina as it does for students who live in 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 residency can cut the cost of college tuition. Be sure to verify your state's rules for as an in-state resident. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. 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 additional requirements as well, depending on the state you and your parents currently live in.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Newberry College?

Newberry 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 loans or grants from the U.S. government, but should research private or Newberry College-specific aid and scholarships. International students who demonstrate financial need may qualify for the following types of financial support at Newberry College:

•On-campus jobs •Athletic Awards •Newberry College-specific scholarships

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


Newberry College Room, Board, Fees, and More


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 Newberry College.

Room and Board Costs at Newberry College

Housing and campus dining at Newberry College is $11,700 a year. This covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a dining plan that allows you to eat in the Newberry College's on-campus cafeterias and 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 $5,688.

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

Cost of Books at Newberry 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 depends on the courses you take and the materials 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 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 certain activities, like Greek Life, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Most colleges have resources for students who may struggle to participate because of cost can get help covering these fees.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at Newberry College

The total 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? 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 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 getting around in an urban area is sometimes expensive, but there may be more buses, trains and affordable flights to actually get to school. Newberry Collegeis in a town in South Carolina, not far from Columbia and Greenville.

Other Costs

When you're planning for college, don’t forget to factor in personal expenses, like entertainment, clothes, furnishings and toiletries.


The Full Cost of Attending Newberry College


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 Newberry College.

How Much Does Newberry College Cost?

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition $25,650
Room and Board $11,700
Board Only $2,324
Other expenses $1,350

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus $42,200
Off-Campus $32,824

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.


Newberry College Financial Aid


The majority of Newberry College undergrads use financial aid to finance their education. In 2023, 981 of the 1,237 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Newberry College meets 76.1% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $28,873 a year. Around 79% of Newberry College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Newberry College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $28,411 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans $24,618
State Loans $5,625
Private Loans $21,050
Most Common Loans for Newberry College Students
Federal Loans 79%
State loans 2%
Private loans 14%

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

Scholarships at Newberry 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 2023, Newberry College awarded 981 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $20.3 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $4.01 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Newberry 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 Newberry 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 Newberry College was $28,873 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Newberry College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus $13,327
Off-Campus $3,951

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

Newberry 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.

Newberry College Tuition Waivers

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

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

Newberry College's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and supporting students.

Newberry College's endowment was valued at $18 million in 2023, compared to a national average of $905 million. The school spends $6,472 for each full-time student enrolled.


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Newberry College Tuition & Fees

Tuition & Fees

$40,850

In State

$40,850

Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$25,650
$25,650
Fees
$2,600
$2,600
Housing
$11,700
$11,700
Books
$900
$900

Newberry College Financial Aid

Students Who Receive Need-Based Aid

81%

Average Financial Aid Package

$26,945

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

1,242

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

57%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$28,250

Out-of-State

$28,250

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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