Bennington College

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Bennington College was $63,802 a year.

Tuition increased 5.2% in 2023–from $60,648 the previous year. On average, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

Remember, the "sticker price" of tuition does not give you enough information to determine the actual cost of attending any given college. Many students owe much less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. And, student loans can make theprice of collegemore manageable until after graduation.

Bennington College meets 90% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Bennington College is around $55,249 a year.

In 2020, students graduated with an average of $19,010 in student loans for each student with debt.

Does Bennington College Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

Bennington College is a private, nonprofit institution, so it has the same tuition for residents of Vermont as it does for residents from 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 criteria for as an in-state resident. 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 other criteria too, depending on where you live.

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Is Bennington College's Tuition Different for International Students?

Bennington College has the same tuition for international students as for those from out of state.

Students from outside of the U.S. are not eligible for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but should research private or Bennington College-specific aid and scholarships. International students who demonstrate financial need may qualify for the following types of financial support at Bennington College:

•On-campus jobs •Loans from outsideBennington College •Bennington College-specific scholarships •International Students Tuition Waivers

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

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Bennington College Room, Board, 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 Bennington College.

Room and Board Costs at Bennington College

Housing and campus dining at Bennington College is $18,640 a year. This number covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a dining plan that allows 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 a mean plan, or board-only, is $10,120.

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

How Much Do Books Cost at Bennington College?

The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. The actual cost of books depends on the courses you take and the materials required. 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 library, gym and computer labs.

There may be other costs associated with participating in special activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or playing on an intramural sports team. Most colleges have resources for students who may struggle to participate because of cost can find ways to lower or eliminate these costs.

The Cost of Transportation at Bennington 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 easy to get around on foot? Do you plan to bring a car or will you need to use public transportation? All of these questions can drastically impact your estimated cost of transportation. At Bennington 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 expensive, but there may be more trains, busses or low-cost flight options to actually get to school. The Bennington College campus is located in a town in Vermont, near Albany and NY.

Other Costs

When you're planning for college, be sure to take into account the cost of things like entertainment, clothes, furnishings and toiletries.

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Total Tuition and Expenses at Bennington College

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

How Much Does Bennington College Cost?

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$63,802
Room and Board	$18,640
Board Only	$8,520
Other expenses	$4,000

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$87,284
Off-Campus	$75,964

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.

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Financial Aid at Bennington College

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The majority of Bennington College undergrads use financial aid to to cover the cost of tuition. In 2023, 452 of the 785 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Bennington College meets 90% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $55,249 a year. Around 52% of Bennington College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Bennington College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $19,010 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$19,025
Private Loans	$18,857

Most Common Loans for Bennington College Students
Federal Loans	47%
Private loans	4%

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 Bennington College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Bennington 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 2023, Bennington College awarded 452 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $21.9 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $9.52 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Bennington 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 Bennington 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 Bennington College was $55,249 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Bennington College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$32,035
Off-Campus	$20,715

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

Bennington 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 Bennington College Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to certain groups, to reduce the total cost of attendance. Some colleges offer tuition waivers for faculty, staff, and their families , underrepresented students, or military students. Even with a tuition waiver, other expenses and fees are the responsibility of the student.

Bennington College has some full or partial tuition waivers available for: - International Students

Check the financial aid website for more information on payment plans and tuition waivers.

Bennington College's Endowment

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.

Bennington College's endowment was valued at $36 million in 2023, compared to a national average of $905 million. For each full-time student, Bennington College spends about $21,779 a year.

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