St. Norbert College

In 2022, tuition for full-time St. Norbert College students was $42,304 a year.

In 2022, tuition increased 3%–from $41,072 the prior year. On average, colleges raise tuition about 3% each year.

Remember, the displayed price of tuition doesn't always mean much if you plan to use financial aid to help pay for college. Many students pay a lot less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts kick in. Additionally, student loans can make the amount you do have to pay for college feel more doable until after graduation.

Does St. Norbert College Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

St. Norbert College is a private, religious institution, which means it has the same tuition for students from Wisconsin 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.

Attending an insitution where you are eligible for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan drastically reduce the overall cost of college. Don't forget to check your state's guidelines for how to qualify for in-state tuition. 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 other criteria as well, depending on where you live.

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St. Norbert College International Student Tuition

Tuition at St. Norbert College is the same for every student.

Students from outside of the U.S. usually do not qualify for for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but should research private or school-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities.. International students who demonstrate financial need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at St. Norbert College:

•On-campus jobs •St. Norbert College-specific scholarships

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

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St. Norbert College Room, Board, Fees, and More

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Tuition is not the only cost of attending college; room and board, books, transportation and fees are also costs it consider when planning for college. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at St. Norbert College.

House and Food Costs at St. Norbert College

Room and board at St. Norbert College costs $12,202 a year. This number covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a meal plan that allows you to eat in the school dining halls. 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 board-only is $6,372.

Board costs may vary depending on the number of meals you intend to eat on-campus

How Much Do Books Cost at St. Norbert College?

First-year students are sometimes surprised by how much books and supplies cost–and not in a good way. The real cost of books 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 optional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Most colleges have resources so that those who may struggle to participate because of cost can get help covering these costs.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at St. Norbert College

The cost of transportation 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 factors can drastically impact your transportation budget. At St. Norbert College, freshman are allowed to park on campus.

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 flip side, transportation in a city is sometimes costly, but cities may offer more buses, trains and low-cost flight options to actually get to school. The St. Norbert College campus is in a suburban setting in Wisconsin.

Other Costs

When creating a budget for college, be sure to factor in the cost of things 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 St. Norbert College

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Now, let’s go over all of the costs we've covered, to get a better estimate of the actual cost of attending St. Norbert College.

How Much Does St. Norbert College Cost?

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

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$42,304
Room and Board	$12,202
Board Only	$2,782
Other expenses	$792

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$57,008
Off-Campus	$47,588

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.

St. Norbert College’s tuition and fees change based on: •Course load for both full and part-time students

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Financial Aid at St. Norbert College

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The majority of St. Norbert College undergrads use financial aid to help pay for school. In 2022, 1,260 of the 1,941 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. St. Norbert College meets 80% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $30,958 a year. Around 75% of St. Norbert College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. St. Norbert College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $40,917 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$25,235
State Loans	$3,000
Private Loans	$39,354

Most Common Loans for St. Norbert College Students
Federal Loans	74%
State loans	0.24%
Private loans	30%

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 St. Norbert College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at St. Norbert 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, St. Norbert College awarded 1,215 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $29.8 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $10.2 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

St. Norbert 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 St. Norbert 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 St. Norbert College was $30,958 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of St. Norbert College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$26,050
Off-Campus	$16,630

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

St. Norbert College Tuition Payment Plans

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

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

Does St. Norbert College Offer 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 if you qualify for a waiver, students are usually responsible for housing, meal plans, and other expenses.

St. Norbert 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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