In 2008, Arlington Baptist University's tuition was $13,540 a year.
In 2023, tuition increased 1.42%–from $13,350 the previous year. Usually, colleges raise tuition about 3% each year.
If these numbers seem daunting, remember, the displayed price of tuition doesn't tell the full story. Many students pay far less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Additionally, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college feel more doable until after graduation.
First-year students that attend Arlington Baptist University full-time are awarded $5,280 a year in financial aid, on average.
Graduates in the class of 2023 had an average of $4,838 in student loans per borrower.
Arlington Baptist University is a private, religious institution, which means it has the same tuition for residents of Texas as it does for students who live in other states.
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. Take the time to check your state's eligibility criteria for in-state tuition. 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.
Tuition at Arlington Baptist University is the same for every student.
Students from outside of the U.S. usually do not qualify for for federal financial aid, but should research private or Arlington Baptist University-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities.
In addition to the cost of tuition, 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 Arlington Baptist University.
Housing and campus dining at Arlington Baptist University costs $7,278 a year. This includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a dining plan that allows you to eat all or some of your meals the Arlington Baptist University's on-campus cafeterias and dining facilities.
Meal-plan costs may vary depending on the number 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 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.
The majority of colleges also have fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.
There may be additional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like Greek Life, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Many schools have resources for students who may struggle to participate because of cost can get help covering these fees.
The 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 small enough that you can easily walk from class-to-class?? Do you plan to bring a car or are you planning to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these questions can drastically impact 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 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, transportation in an urban area can be costly, but there may be more buses, trains or affordable flights to actually get to school. The Arlington Baptist University campus is located in a city in Texas, not far from Dallas-Fort Worth.
When you're planning for college, be sure to take into account the cost of things like movies, takeouts, furniture or appliances for your dorm or housing, and essentials like laundry detergent, toothpaste and toilet paper.
Now, let’s look at the breakdown of all expenses, to get a better idea of how much students can expect to shell out for Arlington Baptist University.
What will the cost of attending Arlington Baptist University be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.
2023 Total Tuition and Expenses | |
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Tuition | $13,540 |
Room and Board | $7,278 |
Other expenses | $4,190 |
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 | $28,288 |
Off-Campus | $21,745 |
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 Arlington Baptist University undergrads use financial aid to help pay for school. In 2023, 118 of the 158 undergrads enrolled received financial aid.
The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $5,280 a year. Around 53% of Arlington Baptist University undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Arlington Baptist University graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $4,838 of student loan debt.
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 Arlington Baptist University 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 2023, a total of $400000 thousand was awarded in need-based scholarships.
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 Arlington Baptist University 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 Arlington Baptist University was $5,280 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Arlington Baptist University seem more manageable.
Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students | |
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On-Campus | $23,008 |
Off-Campus | $16,465 |
What will attending Arlington Baptist University 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 Arlington Baptist University'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 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, other expenses and fees are the responsibility of the student.
Check the financial aid website for more information on payment plans and tuition waivers.
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.
Arlington Baptist University's endowment was valued at $0 thousand in 2023, compared to a national average of $905 million. For each full-time student, Arlington Baptist University spends about $4,400 a year.
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