Penn State Schuylkill

On average, college tuition rises about 3% year.

If this makes attending the college of your dreams sound impossible, remember, the advertized cost of tuition does not mean much if you plan to use financial aid to help pay for college. Many students owe a lot less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Plus, student loans can make thecost of college more manageable until you've finishing school and found a job.

Penn State Schuylkill meets 59.4% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Penn State Schuylkill is around $14,162 a year.

The average student debt for graduates in the class of 2023 was around $35,599 per student, not including those with no debt.

Penn State Schuylkill: In-state vs. Out-of-State Tuition

**Penn State Schuylkill is a public, state institution, **

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. Public, state schools can offer lower tuition for students who meet the requirements for in-state residency.

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 eligibility criteria for in-state tuition. 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 additional requirements too, depending on where you live.

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Tuition for International Students at Penn State Schuylkill

Penn State Schuylkill 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 may qualify for private or school-specific aid and scholarships.

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Penn State Schuylkill 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 Penn State Schuylkill.

Room and Board Costs at Penn State Schuylkill

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

How Much Do Books Cost at Penn State Schuylkill?

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 offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the computer labs and libraries, athletic facilities, and more.

Keep in mind, there could also be optional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like Greek Life, or playing on an intramural sports team. Most colleges offer resources for students with financial need to get help covering these costs.

The Cost of Transportation at Penn State Schuylkill

The total cost of getting around in college can really vary. Will you drive, fly, or take public transportation 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 busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these questions can drastically impact your estimated cost of transportation.

Where are a college is located can impact 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 flip side, transportation in a city is usually pricey, but cities may offer more trains, busses and low-cost flight options to actually get to school. The Penn State Schuylkill campus is located in a town in Pennsylvania.

Other Costs

When estimating your budget for college, don’t forget to leave some room in your budget for 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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Financial Breakdown for Penn State Schuylkill

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Now, let’s go over all of the costs we've covered, to get a better estimate of the actual cost of attending Penn State Schuylkill.

How Much Does Penn State Schuylkill Cost?

What will the cost of attending Penn State Schuylkill be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses

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

Tuition and fees may vary depending on program, course level, location, and more.

Penn State Schuylkill’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 part-time students •Course level for both full and part-time students

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Penn State Schuylkill Financial Aid

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In 2023, 414 of the 1,176 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Penn State Schuylkill meets 59.4% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $14,162 a year. Around 84.78% of Penn State Schuylkill undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Penn State Schuylkill graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $35,599 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$25,148
Penn State Schuylkill-Specific Loans	$5,188
Private Loans	$37,406

Most Common Loans for Penn State Schuylkill Students
Federal Loans	82.61%
Institutional Loans	1.09%
Private loans	25%

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 Penn State Schuylkill financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Penn State Schuylkill

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, Penn State Schuylkill awarded 271 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $4.7 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $370,000 in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Penn State Schuylkill 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 Penn State Schuylkill 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 Penn State Schuylkill was $14,162 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Penn State Schuylkill seem more manageable.

What will attending Penn State Schuylkill 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 Penn State Schuylkill's net cost calculator on their website.

Penn State Schuylkill Tuition Payment Plans

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

Penn State Schuylkill does not have guaranteed tuition.

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

Does Penn State Schuylkill Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to 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, students are usually responsible for housing, meal plans, and other expenses.

Penn State Schuylkill 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.

Penn State Schuylkill'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 Penn State Schuylkill's endowment, check with the school directly.

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