In 2018, Thomas More College of Liberal Arts's tuition was $25,200 a year.
In 2022, tuition increased 2.44%–from $24,600 the prior year. On average, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.
Remember, the displayed price of tuition does not always 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 kick in. Plus, student loans can make theprice of collegefeel more doable until you're done with college.
Thomas More College of Liberal Arts is a private, religious institution, which means it has the same tuition for students from New Hampshire as it does for residents from other states.
Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. These institutions offer a lower cost of attendance for those who qualify as New Hampshire residents.
Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state status can cut the cost of college tuition. Don't forget to confirm 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. The most common requirement is that students must have lived in the state for a full year before starting school. There may be additional requirements as well, depending on the state you and your parents currently reside in.
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Tuition at Thomas More College of Liberal Arts is the same for every student.
International students usually do not qualify for for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but may qualify for private or Thomas More College of Liberal Arts-specific aid and scholarships. International students who demonstrate financial need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Thomas More College of Liberal Arts:
•Loans from outsideThomas More College of Liberal Arts •Thomas More College of Liberal Arts-specific scholarships
International students without financial need may be eligible for merit-based institutional scholarships.
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 Thomas More College of Liberal Arts.
Housing and campus dining at Thomas More College of Liberal Arts costs $8,700 a year. This covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a dining plan that enables you to eat all or some of your meals the Thomas More College of Liberal Arts's on-campus cafeterias and dining facilities.
Meal-plan costs vary based on on the numnber of meals you intend to eat on-campus
The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. The actual cost of books and supplies 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.
The majority of colleges charge some yearly fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the computer labs and libraries, athletic facilities, and more.
There may be optional fees associated with participating in special activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Many schools have ways so that those who may struggle to participate because of cost can get help covering these fees.
The total cost of transportation in college depends on a few key factors. Will you drive, fly, or take public transportation to school? Will you need to pay to park on-campus? Is the campus small enough that you can easily walk from class-to-class?? Do you own a car, or are you planning to use public transportation? All of these factors can drastically impact your estimated cost of transportation. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car on campus.
Where are a college is located can impact transportation costs. 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 is often pricey, but cities may offer more trains, busses or low-cost flight options to actually get to school. The Thomas More College of Liberal Arts campus is located in a small town setting in New Hampshire, not far from Boston.
When budgeting for college, don’t forget to factor in 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.
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 Thomas More College of Liberal Arts.
What will the cost of attending Thomas More College of Liberal Arts be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.
2022 Total Tuition and Expenses | |
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Tuition | $25,200 |
Room and Board | $8,700 |
Other expenses | $1,800 |
The total estimated cost will vary depending on whether you are going to live on-campus or off-campus.
Total Estimated Costs | |
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On-Campus | $36,300 |
Off-Campus | $28,200 |
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.
The majority of Thomas More College of Liberal Arts undergrads use financial aid to finance their education. In 2022, 75 of the 90 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Thomas More College of Liberal Arts meets 58% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.
The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $24,071 a year. Around 29% of Thomas More College of Liberal Arts undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Thomas More College of Liberal Arts graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $26,828 of student loan debt.
The average debt for each loan type varies.
Average Debt By Loan Type | |
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Federal Loans | $24,988 |
Private Loans | $9,200 |
Most Common Loans for Thomas More College of Liberal Arts Students | |
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Federal Loans | 29% |
Private loans | 1% |
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 Thomas More College of Liberal Arts financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.
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, Thomas More College of Liberal Arts awarded 75 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $800000 thousand to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $580000 thousand in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.
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 Thomas More College of Liberal Arts 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 Thomas More College of Liberal Arts was $24,071 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Thomas More College of Liberal Arts seem more manageable.
Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students | |
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On-Campus | $12,229 |
Off-Campus | $4,129 |
What will attending Thomas More College of Liberal Arts 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 Thomas More College of Liberal Arts's net cost calculator on their website.
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.
Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to certain groups, to make attending more affordable. Some schools offer tuition waivers for employees and their family members, underrepresented students, or military students. Even with a tuition 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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