Culver-Stockton College

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at C-SC was $29,420 a year.

In 2023, tuition increased 2.51%–from $28,700 the prior year. On average, college tuition rises about 3% year.

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 way less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Plus, student loans can make theprice of collegemore manageable until after graduation.

Culver-Stockton College meets 75% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Culver-Stockton College full-time are awarded $20,848 a year in financial aid, on average.

Graduates in the class of 2023 had an average of $31,697 in student loans per borrower.

Does Culver-Stockton College Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

Culver-Stockton College is a private, religious institution, so it has the same tuition for residents of Missouri as it does for students who live in other states.

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. Public insitutions often offer a lower cost of attendance for those who qualify as Missouri residents.

Attending an insitution where you are eligible for in-state tuition can save on the total cost of attending college. Don't forget to check your state's eligibility 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 additional requirements too, depending on the state you and your parents currently live in.

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Culver-Stockton College International Student Tuition

Culver-Stockton College has the same tuition for international students as for those from out of state.

International students are not eligible for federal financial aid, 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 Culver-Stockton College:

•On-campus jobs •Loans from outsideCulver-Stockton College •Athletic Awards •Culver-Stockton College-specific scholarships •International Students Tuition Waivers

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

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Culver-Stockton College Room, Board, Fees, and More

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In addition to tuition, 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 Culver-Stockton College.

Room and Board Costs at Culver-Stockton College

Housing and campus dining at Culver-Stockton College is $9,506 a year. This includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a meal plan that enables you to eat in the school dining halls.

Meal-plan costs vary based on on how many meals are included in the plan you choose.

Cost of Books at Culver-Stockton College

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

Yearly Fees

Most schools also have 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 optional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like Greek Life, or playing on an intramural sports team. Many schools offer resources so that those with demonstrated need to find ways to lower or eliminate these costs.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at Culver-Stockton College

The total cost of transportation 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 own a car, or will you need to use public transportation? All of these questions can make a big difference in your transportation budget. At Culver-Stockton College, freshman are allowed to park on campus.

A school's location can impact 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 an urban area could be pricey, but there may be more buses, trains or affordable flights to actually get to school. The Culver-Stockton College campus is located in a rural area in Missouri.

Other Costs

When budgeting for college, don’t forget to take into account personal expenses, like entertainment, clothes, furnishings and toiletries.

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The Full Cost of Attending Culver-Stockton College

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Now, let’s look at the breakdown of all expenses, to get a better idea of what is really costs to go to Culver-Stockton College.

Total Cost of Culver-Stockton College

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$29,420
Room and Board	$9,506
Other expenses	$400

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$39,821
Off-Campus	$30,315

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 Culver-Stockton College

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The majority of Culver-Stockton College undergrads use financial aid to finance their education. In 2023, 627 of the 900 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Culver-Stockton College meets 75% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $20,848 a year. Around 85% of Culver-Stockton College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Culver-Stockton College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $31,697 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$23,698
Private Loans	$7,998

Most Common Loans for Culver-Stockton College Students
Federal Loans	85%
Private loans	34%

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 Culver-Stockton College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Culver-Stockton 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, Culver-Stockton College awarded 627 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $9.1 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $2.79 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Culver-Stockton College

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 Culver-Stockton 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 Culver-Stockton College was $20,848 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Culver-Stockton College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$18,973
Off-Campus	$9,467

What will attending Culver-Stockton 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 get a better idea of the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the Culver-Stockton College's net cost calculator on their website.

Culver-Stockton College Tuition Payment Plans

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

Culver-Stockton College does not have guaranteed tuition.

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

C-SC Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to make attending more affordable. Some colleges 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.

C-SC has some full or partial tuition waivers available for: - International Students - Employees or Children of Employees

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

Culver-Stockton 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.

Culver-Stockton College's endowment was valued at $30 million in 2023, compared to a national average of $905 million. The school spends $5,124 for each full-time student enrolled.

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