Penn State Wilkes-Barre

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Penn State Wilkes-Barre was $13,552 a year for in-state students and $22,414 a year for out-of-state students.

Usually, college tuition rises about 3% year.

If this makes attending the college of your dreams feel scary, remember, the total cost of tuition isn't necessarily what you will have to pay to attend a school. Many students find the actual cost of college is a lot less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. Plus, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college more manageable until you've finishing school and found a job.

International students can expect to pay 22,414 per year for tuition at Penn State Wilkes-Barre.

Penn State Wilkes-Barre: In-state vs. Out-of-State Tuition

Penn State Wilkes-Barre is a public, state institution, which means it offers a reduced tuition rate of $13,552 for in-state students who attend full-time.Non-Pennsylvania residents can expect to pay 22,414 per year for tuition.

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. 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. Don't forget to check your state's guidelines for how to qualify for in-state residency. Every state has its own rules about what makes someone eligible for in-state tuition. Most states require students to have resided in the state for a certain period of time before qualifying. There may be additional requirements too, depending on where you live.

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Tuition for International Students at Penn State Wilkes-Barre

Penn State Wilkes Barre has the same tuition for international students as for those from out of state.

International students at Penn State Wilkes-Barre usually pay around $22,414 per year, before any scholarships, grants or other financial aid.

International students are not eligible for federal financial aid, but should research private or Penn State Wilkes Barre-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities..

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Penn State Wilkes-Barre Housing 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 Wilkes Barre.

House and Food Costs at Penn State Wilkes Barre

Penn State Wilkes Barre doesn't offer on-campus housing for students, so there are no charge for dorms, however you should take into account the cost of off-campus housing when estimating the cost of various colleges. Students who live off campus but would like to be able to eat in the campus dining can pay for a meal plan. The cost of a mean plan, or board-only, is $7,126.

Board costs may vary depending on how many meals are included in the plan you choose.

How Much Do Books Cost at Penn State Wilkes Barre?

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

Annual Fees

Most schools charge some yearly fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the computer labs and libraries, athletic facilities, and more.

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. Many schools offer resources for students with financial need to find ways to lower or eliminate these fees.

Transportation costs

The cost of getting around in college depends on a few key factors. 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 easy to get around on foot? Do you own a car, or are you planning to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these questions can make a big difference in your transportation budget.

A school's location 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 other hand getting around in a city is often costly, but cities may offer more trains, busses and low-cost flight options to actually get to school. The Penn State Wilkes-Barre campus is in a rural setting in Pennsylvania.

Other Costs

When estimating your budget for college, be sure 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 Wilkes-Barre

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Now, let’s do a rundown of all of the costs associated with college, to get a better idea of how much students can expect to shell out for Penn State Wilkes Barre.

How Much Does Penn State Wilkes Barre Cost?

What will the cost of attending Penn State Wilkes Barre be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
In-state Tuition	$13,552
Out-of-State Tuition	$22,414
Board Only	$5,618

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.

Penn State Wilkes Barre’s tuition and fees change based on: •Campus location for full-time and part-time students •Academic program for both full and part-time students •Course load for part-time students •Course level for both full and part-time students

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Penn State Wilkes-Barre Financial Aid

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The majority of Penn State Wilkes-Barre undergrads use financial aid to finance their education. In 2022, 227 of the 309 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Penn State Wilkes Barre meets 60.2% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $10,843 a year. Around 83.12% of Penn State Wilkes Barre undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Penn State Wilkes Barre graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $40,344 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$24,641
Penn State Wilkes Barre-Specific Loans	$5,000
Private Loans	$40,787

Most Common Loans for Penn State Wilkes Barre Students
Federal Loans	81.82%
Institutional Loans	2.6%
Private loans	32.47%

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 Wilkes Barre financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Penn State Wilkes-Barre

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 Wilkes Barre awarded 148 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $2.1 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $200000 thousand in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Penn State Wilkes-Barre

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 Wilkes Barre 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 Wilkes Barre was $10,843 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 Wilkes Barre seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
In-State, On-Campus	$-7,750
Net In-state, Off-campus	$11,933
Out-of-State, On-Campus	$11,955

Note: a negative number can indicate that a refund will be given to use toward other expenses such as housing, fees, and books. In such cases, be sure to reach out to the school directly for any clarification or questions.

What will attending Penn State Wilkes Barre 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 Wilkes Barre's net cost calculator on their website.

Penn State Wilkes-Barre Tuition Payment Plans

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

Penn State Wilkes Barre offers an Installment Payment Plan, which allows students to pay tuition in a series of smaller chunks instead of one lump sum.

Penn State Wilkes Barre Tuition Waivers

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

Penn State Wilkes Barre 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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