Marist College

In 2022, tuition for full-time Marist College students was $45,330 a year.

Tuition increased 3.26% in 2023–from $43,900 the previous year. Usually, colleges raise tuition about 3% each year.

Remember, the total cost of tuition isn't the final cost for attending college. Many students owe a lot less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. Plus, student loans can make theprice of collegefeel more doable until you've finishing school and found a job.

Marist College meets 74.1% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Marist College is around $30,582 a year.

Graduates in the class of 2023 had an average of $41,731 in student loans per borrower.

Marist College: In-state vs. Out-of-State Tuition

Marist College is a private, nonprofit institution, which means it has the same tuition for residents of New York as it does for residents from other states.

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. Public insitutions often offer reduced tuition for those who qualify as New York residents.

Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state status can cut the cost of college tuition. Take the time 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. 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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Is Marist College's Tuition Different for International Students?

Marist 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 federal financial aid, but should research private or school-specific aid and scholarships. International students with need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Marist College:

•Marist College-specific scholarships

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

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Marist 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 Marist College.

House and Food Costs at Marist College

Housing and campus dining at Marist College is $19,290 a year. This number includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a dining plan that enables you to eat all or some of your meals the Marist College's on-campus cafeterias and dining facilities. Students who live off campus but still want to use the dining facilities can pay for a meal plan. The cost of board-only is $12,800.

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

Cost of Books at Marist 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 used textbooks and materials.

Annual Fees

The majority of colleges charge some yearly fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining 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 ways for students with financial need to get help covering these costs.

Transportation costs

The cost of getting around in college can really vary. Will you drive, fly, or take public transportation to school? Will you need to pay to park on-campus? Is the campus easy to get around on foot? Do you plan to bring a car or will you need to use public transportation? All of these factors can make a big difference in your transportation budget. At Marist College, freshman are not allowed to park on campus.

Where are a college is located can also have a big effect on your transportation budget. 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 sometimes costly, but cities may offer more buses, trains and low-cost flight options to actually get to school. Marist Collegeis in a suburb in New York, not far from Albany and New York City.

Other Costs

When creating a budget for college, be sure to take into account personal expenses, like movies, takeouts, furniture or appliances for your dorm or housing, and essentials like laundry detergent, toothpaste and toilet paper.

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Total Tuition and Expenses at Marist 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 the actual cost of attending Marist College.

Total Cost of Marist College

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$45,330
Room and Board	$19,290
Board Only	$6,600
Other expenses	$1,100

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$66,400
Off-Campus	$53,710

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.

Marist College’s tuition and fees change based on: •Campus location for full-time and part-time students •Academic program for both full and part-time students •Course load for both full and part-time students

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Financial Aid at Marist College

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The majority of Marist College undergrads use financial aid to to cover the cost of tuition. In 2023, 2,749 of the 5,480 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Marist College meets 74.1% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $30,582 a year. Around 60.4% of Marist College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Marist College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $41,731 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$23,448
Private Loans	$58,204

Most Common Loans for Marist College Students
Federal Loans	58.96%
Private loans	19.56%

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 Marist College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Marist 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, Marist College awarded 2,688 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $64.8 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $31.3 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Marist College

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 Marist 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 Marist College was $30,582 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Marist College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$35,818
Off-Campus	$23,128

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

Marist College Tuition Payment Plans

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

Marist College does not have guaranteed tuition.

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

Does Marist College Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to 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.

Marist 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.

Marist 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.

Marist College's endowment was valued at $378 million in 2023, compared to a national average of $905 million. The school spends $13,161 for each full-time student enrolled.

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