Morningside University

In 2021, tuition for full-time students at Morningside College was $35,100 a year.

Tuition increased 3.97% in 2023–from $33,760 the previous year. Usually, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

Remember, the total cost of tuition isn't the final cost for attending college. Many students find the actual cost of college is far less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Plus, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college feel more doable until you're done with college.

Morningside College meets 74% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Morningside College is around $25,670 a year.

Graduates in the class of 2023 had an average of $36,449 in student loans per borrower.

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

Morningside College is a private, religious institution, which means it has the same tuition for residents of Iowa as it does for residents from other states.

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. Public insitutions often offer a lower cost of attendance for those who qualify as Iowa residents.

Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state tuition can cut the cost of college tuition. Don't forget to verify your state's rules for as an in-state resident. 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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Morningside College International Student Tuition

Tuition at Morningside College is the same for all students.

International students are not eligible for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but may qualify for private or Morningside College-specific aid and scholarships. International students who demonstrate financial need may qualify for the following types of financial support at Morningside College:

•Athletic Awards

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

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Morningside College Living Expenses, Fees, and More

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In addition to 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 Morningside College.

Room and Board Costs at Morningside College

Room and board at Morningside College is $10,720 a year. This includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a meal plan that allows you to eat in the Morningside College's on-campus cafeterias and dining facilities.

Meal-plan costs vary based on on how many meals are included in the plan you choose.

Cost of Books at Morningside College

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

Yearly Fees

The majority of colleges charge some yearly fees to help cover the cost of facilties, like the computer labs and libraries, athletic facilities, and more.

There may be additional fees associated with participating in special activities, like Greek Life, or playing on an intramural sports team. Many schools have ways so that those with financial need to get help covering these costs.

The Cost of Transportation at Morningside College

The total cost of transportation in college depends on a few key factors. Will you take a subway, car or an airplane to get 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 own a car, or will you need to use public transportation? All of these factors can drastically impact your transportation budget. At Morningside College, freshman are allowed to park on campus.

The location of a college or university can also have a big effect on transportation costs. 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 an urban area is usually pricey, but cities may offer more trains, busses or affordable flights to actually get to school. The Morningside College campus is in a suburb in Iowa, not far from Omaha and NE.

Other Costs

When budgeting for college, don’t forget to leave some room in your budget for the cost of things like entertainment, clothes, furnishings and toiletries.

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The Full Cost of Attending Morningside 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 Morningside College.

How Much Does Morningside College Cost?

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$35,100
Room and Board	$10,720

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$47,330
Off-Campus	$36,610

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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Morningside College Financial Aid

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The majority of Morningside College undergrads use financial aid to finance their education. In 2023, 994 of the 1,281 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Morningside College meets 74% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $25,670 a year. Around 84% of Morningside College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Morningside College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $36,449 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$27,500
Morningside College-Specific Loans	$5,680
Private Loans	$27,680

Most Common Loans for Morningside College Students
Federal Loans	83%
Institutional Loans	8%
Private loans	26%

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

Scholarships at Morningside 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, Morningside College awarded 640 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $4.2 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $17.37 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Morningside 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 Morningside 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 Morningside College was $25,670 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Morningside College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$21,660
Off-Campus	$10,940

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

Morningside 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.

Morningside College Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to offset the cost of attending. 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.

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

Morningside 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 2021, the total market value of Morningside College's endowment was $47.1 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021.

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