Mount St. Mary's University

In 2022, Mount St. Mary's's tuition was $45,660 a year.

Tuition increased 3% in 2023–from $44,330 the prior 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 far less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts kick in. Additionally, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college more manageable until after graduation.

Mount St. Mary's University meets 78.8% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Mount St. Mary's University is around $36,137 a year.

In 2020, students graduated with an average of $38,089 in student loans for each student with debt.

Mount St. Mary's University: In-state vs. Out-of-State Tuition

Mount St. Mary's University is a private, religious institution, so it has the same tuition for students from Maryland as it does for students who live in other states.

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. Public insitutions often offer a lower cost of attendance for students who are residents of that state.

Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state residency can cut the cost of college tuition. Take the time to confirm your state's requirements for as an in-state resident. 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 additional requirements as well, depending on the state you and your parents currently reside in.

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Mount St. Mary's University International Student Tuition

Tuition at Mount St. Mary's University is the same for all students.

Students from outside of the U.S. are not eligible for federal financial aid, but may qualify for private or school-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities. International students who demonstrate financial need may qualify for the following types of financial support at Mount St. Mary's University:

•Loans from outsideMount St. Mary's University •Mount St. Mary's University-specific scholarships

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

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Mount St. Mary's University Housing Expenses, Fees, and More

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Tuition is not the only cost of attending college; room and board, books, transportation and fees are also costs it consider when estimating the cost of attendance for college. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at Mount St. Mary's University.

House and Food Costs at Mount St. Mary's University

Room and board at Mount St. Mary's University costs $14,750 a year. This includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a meal plan that enables you to eat all or some of your meals the Mount St. Mary's University's on-campus cafeterias and dining halls. Students who do not live on-campus but would like to be able to eat in the campus dining can opt-in for a meal plan. The cost of board-only is $6,300.

Board costs can depend on the number of meals you intend to eat on-campus

Cost of Books at Mount St. Mary's University

First-year students are sometimes surprised by how much books and supplies cost–and not in a good way. The actual cost of books 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 used textbooks and materials.

Annual Fees

The majority of colleges charge some yearly fees to help cover the cost of facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.

There may be additional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Most colleges have resources for students with demonstrated need to find ways to lower or eliminate these fees.

Transportation costs

The total cost of transportation 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 questions can drastically impact your transportation budget. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car on campus.

A school's location can impact 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 a city is usually costly, but there may be more buses, trains or affordable flights to actually get to school. Mount St. Mary's Universityis in a rural area in Maryland, near Baltimore and Washington and DC.

Other Costs

When budgeting for college, be sure 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 St. Mary's University

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Now, let’s look at the breakdown of all expenses, to get a better estimate of the actual cost of attending Mount St. Mary's University.

How Much Does Mount St. Mary's University Cost?

What will the cost of attending Mount St. Mary's University be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$45,660
Room and Board	$14,750
Board Only	$3,750
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	$62,990
Off-Campus	$51,990

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 St. Mary's University Financial Aid

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The majority of Mount St. Mary's University undergrads use financial aid to finance their education. In 2023, 1,232 of the 1,905 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Mount St. Mary's University meets 78.8% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $36,137 a year. Around 82% of Mount St. Mary's University undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Mount St. Mary's University graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $38,089 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$20,392
Private Loans	$51,020

Most Common Loans for Mount St. Mary's University Students
Federal Loans	80%
Private loans	29%

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 St. Mary's University financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Mount St. Mary's University

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 St. Mary's University awarded 1,228 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $44 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $13.94 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Mount St. Mary's University

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 St. Mary's 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 Mount St. Mary's University was $36,137 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Mount St. Mary's University seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$26,853
Off-Campus	$15,853

What will attending Mount St. Mary's 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 make more informed decisions about the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the Mount St. Mary's University's net cost calculator on their website.

Mount St. Mary's University 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.

Mount St. Mary's Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to reduce the total cost of attendance. Some schools offer tuition waivers for faculty, staff, and their families , underrepresented students, or military students. Even if you qualify for a 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.

Mount St. Mary's University'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.

For more information about Mount St. Mary's University's endowment, check with the school directly.

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