Fairleigh Dickinson University

In 2022, Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus's tuition was $47,170 a year.

Tuition increased 10.26% in 2023–from $42,780 the prior year. On average, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

Remember, the total cost of tuition isn't necessarily what you will have to pay to attend a school. Many students owe a lot less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. And, student loans can make theprice of collegemore manageable until you're done with college.

Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus meets 73% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus is around $33,621 a year.

Does Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus is a private, nonprofit institution, so it has the same tuition for residents of New Jersey 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 students who are residents of that state.

Choosing a school where you qualify for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan save significant money on the total cost of attending college. Don't forget to confirm your state's criteria 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 other criteria as well, depending on the state you and your parents currently reside in.

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Is Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus's Tuition Different for International Students?

Tuition at Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus is the same for every student.

Students from outside of the U.S. are not eligible for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but may be eligible for private or Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities.

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Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus Room, Board, Fees, and More

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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 Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus.

House and Food Costs at Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus

Room and board at Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus costs $15,952 a year. This covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a dining plan that allows you to eat all or some of your meals the Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus's on-campus cafeterias and dining halls.

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

Cost of Books at Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus

First-year students are sometimes surprised by how much books and supplies cost–and not in a good way. The actual 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.

There may be optional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like Greek Life, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Most colleges offer resources for students with demonstrated need to find ways to lower or eliminate these costs.

Transportation costs

The total cost of getting around in college can really vary. Will you drive, fly, or take public transportation to school? Is on-campus parking free, or will you need to budget for parking? Is the campus walkable? Do you plan to bring a car or are you planning to use public transportation? All of these factors can make a big difference in your transportation budget. At Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus, 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 an urban area may be pricey, but there may be more buses, trains and low-cost flight options to actually get to school. The Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus campus is in a suburb in New Jersey, near New York City.

Other Costs

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

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Financial Breakdown for Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus

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Now, let’s look at the breakdown of all expenses, to get a better estimate of what is really costs to go to Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus.

How Much Does Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus Cost?

What will the cost of attending Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$47,170
Room and Board	$15,952
Other expenses	$3,242

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$69,100
Off-Campus	$49,906

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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Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus Financial Aid

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In 2023, 2,898 of the 7,860 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus meets 73% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $33,621 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 Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus

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, Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus awarded 2,862 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $101.8 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $7.92 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus

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 Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus 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 Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus was $33,621 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$35,479
Off-Campus	$16,285

What will attending Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus 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 Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus's net cost calculator on their website.

Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus Tuition Payment Plans

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

Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus does not have guaranteed tuition.

Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus offers an Installment Payment Plan, which allows students to pay tuition in a series of smaller chunks instead of one lump sum.

Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus Tuition Waivers

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 with a tuition waiver, students are usually responsible for housing, meal plans, and other expenses.

Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus 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.

Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus'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.

For more information about Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus's endowment, check with the school directly.

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