Eastern Arizona College

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Eastern Arizona College was $2,790 a year for in-state students and $11,490 a year for out-of-state students.

Usually, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

If these numbers seem daunting, remember, the advertized cost of tuition doesn't always give you enough information to determine the actual cost of attending any given college. Many students pay a lot less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts kick in. And, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college feel more doable until you've finishing school and found a job.

International students can expect to pay 11,490 per year for tuition at Eastern Arizona College.

Eastern Arizona College meets 37.5% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Eastern Arizona College is around $6,215 a year.

Does Eastern Arizona College Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

Eastern Arizona College is a public, state institution, which means it offers a reduced tuition rate of $2,790 for in-state students who attend full-time.Non-Arizona residents can expect to pay 11,490 per year for tuition.

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. Public insitutions often offer reduced tuition for those who qualify as Arizona residents.

Attending an insitution where you are eligible for in-state tuition can save students a lot of money on the cost of tuition, as well as loans and interest owed. Take the time 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. 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 additional requirements as well, depending on where you live.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Eastern Arizona College?

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

International students at Eastern Arizona College usually pay around $11,490 per year, before any scholarships, grants or other financial aid.

Students from outside of the U.S. usually do not qualify for for federal financial aid, but may be eligible for private or school-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities. International students with need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Eastern Arizona College:

•On-campus jobs •Eastern Arizona College-specific scholarships

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

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Eastern Arizona College Housing Expenses, 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 Eastern Arizona College.

House and Food Costs at Eastern Arizona College

Housing and campus dining at Eastern Arizona College costs $6,950 a year. This number includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a meal plan that enables you to eat all or some of your meals the school dining facilities.

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

How Much Do Books Cost at Eastern Arizona 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 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.

There may be other costs associated with participating in special activities, like Greek Life, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Many schools offer ways so that those with financial need to get help covering these fees.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at Eastern Arizona College

The total cost of transportation in college depends on a few key factors. Will you take a subway, car or an airplane to get to school? Will you need to pay to park on-campus? Is the campus easy to get around on foot? Do you own a car, or are you planning to use public transportation? All of these factors can make a big difference in your transportation budget. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car 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 other hand getting around in an urban area is often pricey, but cities may offer more buses, trains and affordable flights to actually get to school. Eastern Arizona Collegeis in a town in Arizona.

Other Costs

When you're planning for college, be sure to leave some room in your budget for 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.

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The Full Cost of Attending Eastern Arizona College

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Now, let’s do a rundown of all of the costs associated with college, to get a better estimate of how much students can expect to shell out for Eastern Arizona College.

Total Cost of Eastern Arizona College

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
In-state Tuition	$2,790
Out-of-State Tuition	$11,490
Room and Board	$6,950
Other expenses	$2,334

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

Tuition and fees may vary depending on program, course level, location, and more.

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

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Financial Aid at Eastern Arizona College

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In 2023, 625 of the 4,876 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Eastern Arizona College meets 37.5% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $6,215 a year.

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 Eastern Arizona College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Eastern Arizona 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, Eastern Arizona College awarded 617 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $6.9 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $1 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Eastern Arizona 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 Eastern Arizona 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 Eastern Arizona College was $6,215 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Eastern Arizona College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
In-State, On-Campus	$-356
Net In-state, Off-campus	$429
Out-of-State, On-Campus	$14,559

Note: a negative number can indicate that a refund will be given to use toward other expenses such as housing, fees, and books. In such cases, be sure to reach out to the school directly for any clarification or questions.

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

Eastern Arizona College Tuition Payment Plans

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

Eastern Arizona College does not have guaranteed tuition.

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

Eastern Arizona College Tuition Waivers

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

Eastern Arizona 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.

Eastern Arizona 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.

As of 2022, the total market value of Eastern Arizona College's endowment was $9.3 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. For each full-time student, Eastern Arizona College spends about $6,206 a year.

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