In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Juniata College was $55,322 a year.
Tuition increased 3.88% in 2023–from $53,256 the previous year. Usually, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.
Remember, the advertized cost of tuition doesn't give you all the info you need to know how much you will actually have to pay for college. Many students owe far less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Plus, student loans can make thecost of college more manageable until you're done with college.
Juniata College meets 86.45% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Juniata College full-time are awarded $42,367 a year in financial aid, on average.
The average student debt for graduates in the class of 2023 was around $37,827 per student, not including those with no debt.
Juniata College is a private, nonprofit institution, so it has the same tuition for students from Pennsylvania 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 status can cut the cost of college tuition. Don't forget to check your state's requirements for in-state residency. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. 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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Tuition at Juniata College is the same for each student.
Students from outside of the U.S. usually do not qualify for for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but should research private or school-specific aid and scholarships. International students with need may qualify for the following types of financial support at Juniata College:
•On-campus jobs •Loans from outsideJuniata College •Juniata College-specific scholarships
International students without financial need may be eligible for merit-based institutional scholarships.
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 Juniata College.
Housing and campus dining at Juniata College costs $13,346 a year. This number includes 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 school dining facilities.
Meal-plan costs can depend on the number of meals you intend to eat on-campus
First-year students are sometimes surprised by how much books and supplies cost–and not in a good way. The real cost of books depends on the courses you take and what kinds of books and materials they require. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy used textbooks and materials.
The majority of colleges charge some yearly fees to help cover the cost of facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.
There may be additional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or playing on an intramural sports team. Many schools have ways for students who may struggle to participate because of cost can get help covering these costs.
The cost of getting around in college depends on a few key factors. 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 small enough that you can easily walk from class-to-class?? 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. 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 a city could be costly, but there may be more buses, trains or affordable flights to actually get to school. The Juniata College campus is located in a town in Pennsylvania.
When creating a budget for college, don’t forget to take into account personal expenses, like entertainment, clothes, furnishings and toiletries.
Now, let’s do a rundown of all of the costs associated with college, to get a better idea of the actual cost of attending Juniata College.
What will the cost of attending Juniata College be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.
2023 Total Tuition and Expenses | |
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Tuition | $55,322 |
Room and Board | $13,346 |
Other expenses | $1,000 |
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 | $70,748 |
Off-Campus | $56,402 |
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 Juniata College undergrads use financial aid to help pay for school. In 2023, 859 of the 1,177 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Juniata College meets 86.45% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.
The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $42,367 a year. Around 65% of Juniata College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Juniata College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $37,827 of student loan debt.
The average debt for each loan type varies.
Average Debt By Loan Type | |
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Federal Loans | $25,733 |
Juniata College-Specific Loans | $4,000 |
Private Loans | $47,434 |
Most Common Loans for Juniata College Students | |
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Federal Loans | 63% |
Private loans | 18% |
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 Juniata College 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, Juniata College awarded 840 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $13.8 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $29.78 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.
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 Juniata 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 Juniata College was $42,367 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Juniata College seem more manageable.
Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students | |
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On-Campus | $28,381 |
Off-Campus | $14,035 |
What will attending Juniata 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 Juniata College'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 reduce the total cost of attendance. Some colleges offer tuition waivers for employees and their family members, underrepresented students, or military students. Even if you qualify for a waiver, students are usually responsible for housing, meal plans, and other expenses.
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.
Juniata College's endowment was valued at $122.8 million in 2023, compared to a national average of $905 million. For each full-time student, Juniata College spends about $14,338 a year.
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