Mount Holyoke College

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Mount Holyoke College was $63,904 a year.

Tuition increased 9.65% in 2023–from $58,280 the previous year. On average, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

If this makes attending the college of your dreams feel scary, remember, the total cost of tuition isn't the final cost for attending college. Many students pay a lot less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts kick in. And, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college more manageable until you're done with college.

Mount Holyoke College meets 100% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Mount Holyoke College full-time are awarded $51,929 a year in financial aid, on average.

Students in the class of 2023 who had taken out student loans graduated with an average of $23,715 of debt.

Mount Holyoke College: In-state vs. Out-of-State Tuition

Mount Holyoke College is a private, nonprofit institution, which means it has the same tuition for residents of Massachusetts as it does for students who live in other states.

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. Public insitutions often offer a lower cost of attendance for those who qualify as Massachusetts residents.

Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state tuition can cut the cost of college tuition. Don't forget to check your state's rules for in-state residency. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. In many states, students must have lived in the state for 12 months before starting school to qualify for in-state tuition. There may be other criteria too, depending on where you live.

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Mount Holyoke College International Student Tuition

Tuition at Mount Holyoke 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 may be eligible for private or school-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities. International students with need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Mount Holyoke College:

•On-campus jobs •Mount Holyoke College-specific scholarships

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

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Mount Holyoke 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 Mount Holyoke College.

House and Food Costs at Mount Holyoke College

Housing and campus dining at Mount Holyoke College is $18,838 a year. This covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a dining plan that allows you to eat all or some of your meals the school dining halls.

Board costs may vary depending on the number of meals you intend to eat on-campus

How Much Do Books Cost at Mount Holyoke 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.

Annual 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 optional fees associated with participating in special activities, like Greek Life, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Most colleges have ways for students with demonstrated need to get help covering these fees.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at Mount Holyoke College

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 are you planning to use busses, subways, or other modes of 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.

Where are a college is located 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 may be costly, but there may be more buses, trains and affordable flights to actually get to school. The Mount Holyoke College campus is in a suburb in Massachusetts, near Springfield.

Other Costs

When creating a budget for college, don’t forget to consider personal expenses, like going out to eat or see shows, furnishing your living space, and things like haircuts, clothes and, yes, even toilet paper and shampoo.

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Total Tuition and Expenses at Mount Holyoke College

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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 Mount Holyoke College.

Total Cost of Mount Holyoke College

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$63,904
Room and Board	$18,838
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
On-Campus	$83,980
Off-Campus	$65,142

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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Mount Holyoke College Financial Aid

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The majority of Mount Holyoke College undergrads use financial aid to to cover the cost of tuition. In 2023, 1,358 of the 2,193 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Mount Holyoke College meets 100% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $51,929 a year. Around 59% of Mount Holyoke College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Mount Holyoke College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $23,715 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$21,593
State Loans	$8,600
Mount Holyoke College-Specific Loans	$20,103
Private Loans	$36,027

Most Common Loans for Mount Holyoke College Students
Federal Loans	49%
State loans	1%
Institutional Loans	10%
Private loans	4%

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 Mount Holyoke College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Mount Holyoke 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, Mount Holyoke College awarded 1,358 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $61.9 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $8.59 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Mount Holyoke 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 Mount Holyoke 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 Mount Holyoke College was $51,929 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Mount Holyoke College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$32,051
Off-Campus	$13,213

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

Mount Holyoke College Tuition Payment Plans

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

Mount Holyoke College does not have guaranteed tuition.

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

Does Mount Holyoke College Offer 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 if you qualify for a waiver, other expenses and fees are the responsibility of the student.

Mount Holyoke 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.

Mount Holyoke 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.

Mount Holyoke College's endowment was valued at $1.002 billion in 2023, compared to a national average of $905 million. For each full-time student, Mount Holyoke College spends about $24,187 a year.

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