In 2017, tuition for full-time Langston University students was $4,342 a year for in-state students and $11,722 a year for out-of-state students.
Usually, 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 far less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. Additionally, student loans can make theprice of collegemore manageable until you're done with college.
Langston University meets 54% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Langston University is around $10,170 a year.
In 2020, students graduated with an average of $39,681 in student loans for each student with debt.
Langston University is a public, state institution, which means it offers a reduced tuition rate of $4,342 for students who qualify as state residents and attend full-time.
Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. Public, state schools can offer lower tuition for students who meet the requirements for in-state residency.
Choosing a college where you are eligible for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan drastically reduce the total cost of attending college. Be sure to confirm your state's guidelines for how to qualify for in-state tuition. 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 as well, depending on the state you and your parents currently live in.
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Tuition at Langston University is the same for all students.
Students from outside of the U.S. usually do not qualify for for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but may qualify for private or school-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities. International students with need may qualify for the following types of financial support at Langston University:
•Loans from outsideLangston University •Athletic Awards •Langston University-specific scholarships •International Students Tuition Waivers
International students without financial need may be eligible for merit-based institutional scholarships and athletic awards.
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 Langston University.
Housing and campus dining at Langston University is $10,620 a year. This includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a meal plan that allows you to eat all or some of your meals the school dining facilities.
Board costs vary based on on the number of meals you intend to eat on-campus
The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. The actual cost of books and supplies depends on the courses you take and the textbooks, computer programs, or other materials are required.. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy books from students who have already taken the course.
Most schools charge some yearly fees to help cover the cost of facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.
Keep in mind, there could also be other costs associated with participating in special activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or playing on an intramural sports team. Most colleges offer resources for students with financial need to find ways to lower or eliminate these fees.
The 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 small enough that you can easily walk from class-to-class?? Do you plan to bring a car or will you need to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these questions can drastically impact your estimated cost of transportation. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car on campus.
The location of a college or university 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 transportation in an urban area could be pricey, but there may be more buses, trains and low-cost flight options to actually get to school. The Langston University campus is in a rural area in Oklahoma, not far from Oklahoma City.
When you're planning for college, be sure to factor in the cost of things like going out to eat or see shows, furnishing your living space, and things like haircuts, clothes and, yes, even toilet paper and shampoo.
Now, let’s go over all of the costs we've covered, to get a better idea of what is really costs to go to Langston University.
What will the cost of attending Langston University be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.
2023 Total Tuition and Expenses | |
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In-state Tuition | $4,342 |
Out-of-State Tuition | $11,722 |
Room and Board | $10,620 |
Other expenses | $2,800 |
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.
The majority of Langston University undergrads use financial aid to to cover the cost of tuition. In 2023, 1,706 of the 2,222 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Langston University meets 54% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.
The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $10,170 a year. Around 85% of Langston University undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Langston University graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $39,681 of student loan debt.
The average debt for each loan type varies.
Average Debt By Loan Type | |
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Federal Loans | $39,145 |
Langston University-Specific Loans | $9,160 |
Private Loans | $0 |
Most Common Loans for Langston University Students | |
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Federal Loans | 84% |
Institutional Loans | 8% |
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 Langston University 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, Langston University awarded 1,503 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $7.9 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $3.31 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 Langston University 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 Langston University was $10,170 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Langston University seem more manageable.
Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students | |
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In-State, On-Campus | $369 |
Net In-state, Off-campus | $-81 |
Out-of-State, On-Campus | $17,919 |
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 Langston University 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 Langston University'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 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.
Langston University 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.
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 2017, the total market value of Langston University's endowment was $1.6 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. The school spends $5,393 for each full-time student enrolled.
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