Penn State Erie, The Behrend College

In 2022, tuition for full-time Penn State Erie, The Behrend College students was $15,904 a year for in-state students and $26,370 a year for out-of-state students.

On average, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

If these numbers sound impossible, remember, the total cost of tuition isn't the final cost for attending college. Many students pay way less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts kick in. Plus, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college feel more doable until you've finishing school and found a job.

International students can expect to pay 26,370 per year for tuition at Penn State Erie, The Behrend College.

In-state vs. Out-of-state Tuition at Penn State Erie, The Behrend College

Penn State Erie, The Behrend College is a public, state institution, which means it offers a reduced tuition rate of $15,904 for students who qualify as state residents and attend full-time.Non-Pennsylvania residents can expect to pay 26,370 per year for tuition.

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. Take the time to check 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 too, depending on where you live.

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Is Penn State Erie, The Behrend College's Tuition Different for International Students?

Penn State Erie The Behrend College has the same tuition for international students as for those from out of state.

International students at Penn State Erie, The Behrend College can expect to pay around $26,370 per year, before any scholarships, grants or other financial aid.

International students are not eligible for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but should research private or Penn State Erie The Behrend College-specific aid and scholarships.

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Penn State Erie, The Behrend College Living 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 Penn State Erie The Behrend College.

House and Food Costs at Penn State Erie The Behrend College

Housing and campus dining at Penn State Erie The Behrend College costs $12,984 a year. This covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a dining plan that enables you to eat in the school dining halls. Students who live off campus but still want to use the dining facilities can pay for a meal plan. The cost of board-only is $7,126.

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

How Much Do Books Cost at Penn State Erie The Behrend College?

The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. 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

The majority of colleges also have 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. Many schools have resources so that those with financial need to get help covering these costs.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at Penn State Erie The Behrend College

The total cost of getting around in college can really vary. Will you drive, fly, or take public transportation to school? Will you need to pay to park on-campus? Is the campus walkable? 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. At Penn State Erie The Behrend College, freshman are allowed to park on campus.

The location of a college or university can impact your transportation budget. 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 is sometimes pricey, but cities may offer more buses, trains or low-cost flight options to actually get to school. The Penn State Erie, The Behrend College campus is in a suburban setting in Pennsylvania.

Other Costs

When estimating your budget for college, don’t forget to take into account personal expenses, like going out to eat or see shows, furnishing your living space, and things like haircuts, clothes and, yes, even toilet paper and shampoo.

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Total Tuition and Expenses at Penn State Erie, The Behrend 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 Penn State Erie The Behrend College.

Total Cost of Penn State Erie The Behrend College

What will the cost of attending Penn State Erie The Behrend College be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
In-state Tuition	$15,904
Out-of-State Tuition	$26,370
Room and Board	$12,984
Board Only	$5,618
Other expenses	$3,222

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

Tuition and fees may vary depending on program, course level, location, and more.

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Penn State Erie, The Behrend College Financial Aid

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The majority of Penn State Erie The Behrend College undergrads use financial aid to help pay for school. In 2022, 2,103 of the 3,278 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Penn State Erie The Behrend College meets 64.8% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $10,732 a year. Around 63.16% of Penn State Erie The Behrend College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Penn State Erie The Behrend College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $45,009 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$24,852
Penn State Erie The Behrend College-Specific Loans	$5,240
Private Loans	$50,326

Most Common Loans for Penn State Erie The Behrend College Students
Federal Loans	62.26%
Institutional Loans	0.65%
Private loans	25.68%

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 Penn State Erie The Behrend College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Penn State Erie, The Behrend 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, Penn State Erie The Behrend College awarded 1,054 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $16.4 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $1.96 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Penn State Erie, The Behrend 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 Penn State Erie The Behrend 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 Penn State Erie The Behrend College was $10,732 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Penn State Erie The Behrend College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
In-State, On-Campus	$12,986
Net In-state, Off-campus	$16,352
Out-of-State, On-Campus	$34,184

What will attending Penn State Erie The Behrend 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 understand the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the Penn State Erie The Behrend College's net cost calculator on their website.

Penn State Erie, The Behrend 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 Penn State Erie The Behrend College Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to make attending more affordable. 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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