Lycoming College

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Lycoming College was $46,720 a year.

Tuition increased 4.89% in 2023–from $44,544 the previous year. Usually, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

If these numbers sound impossible, 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 much less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. And, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college more manageable until you're done with college.

Lycoming College meets 89% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Lycoming College is around $45,753 a year.

In-state vs. Out-of-state Tuition at Lycoming College

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

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.

Attending a college where you are eligible for in-state tuition can drastically reduce the overall cost of college. Don't forget to verify your state's requirements for as an in-state resident. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. Most states require students to have resided in the state for a certain period of time before qualifying. There may be additional requirements too, depending on where you live.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Lycoming College?

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

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 Lycoming College-specific aid and scholarships. International students who demonstrate financial need may qualify for the following types of financial support at Lycoming College:

•Lycoming College-specific scholarships

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

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Lycoming College Room, Board, 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 Lycoming College.

Room and Board Costs at Lycoming College

Room and board at Lycoming College is $14,614 a year. This includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a dining plan that enables you to eat in the school dining halls. Students who live off campus but would like to be able to eat in the campus dining can opt-in for a meal plan. The cost of a mean plan, or board-only, is $7,452.

Meal-plan costs can depend on how many meals are included in the plan you choose.

How Much Do Books Cost at Lycoming College?

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

Annual Fees

Most schools also have fees to help cover the cost of facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.

There may be optional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or playing on an intramural sports team. Most colleges have resources for students with financial need to get help covering these fees.

Transportation costs

The total cost of getting around in college depends on a few key factors. 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 plan to bring a car or are you planning to use public transportation? All of these questions can drastically impact your transportation budget. At Lycoming College, freshman are allowed to park 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 a city is often pricey, but there may be more trains, busses and affordable flights to actually get to school. The Lycoming College campus is located in a town in Pennsylvania.

Other Costs

When budgeting for college, don’t forget to take into account the cost of things like entertainment, clothes, furnishings and toiletries.

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Financial Breakdown for Lycoming College

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Now, let’s go over all of the costs we've covered, to get a better idea of the actual cost of attending Lycoming College.

How Much Does Lycoming College Cost?

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$46,720
Room and Board	$14,614
Board Only	$6,952
Other expenses	$2,071

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$64,135
Off-Campus	$56,473

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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Lycoming College Financial Aid

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The majority of Lycoming College undergrads use financial aid to finance their education. In 2023, 885 of the 1,067 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Lycoming College meets 89% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $45,753 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 Lycoming College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Lycoming 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, Lycoming College awarded 885 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $35.1 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $5.32 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Lycoming 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 Lycoming 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 Lycoming College was $45,753 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Lycoming College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$18,382
Off-Campus	$10,720

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

Lycoming College Tuition Payment Plans

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.

Lycoming College Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to reduce the total cost of attendance. Some schools offer tuition waivers for employees and their family members, underrepresented students, or military students. Even if you qualify for a waiver, other expenses and fees are the responsibility of the student.

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

Lycoming 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 Lycoming College's endowment was $229.6 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. For each full-time student, Lycoming College spends about $14,775 a year.

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