Prescott College

On average, colleges raise tuition about 3% each year.

Remember, the total cost of tuition isn't the final cost for attending college. Many students owe way less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts kick in. And, student loans can make theprice of collegemore manageable until after graduation.

Prescott College meets 66.2% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Prescott College is around $29,054 a year.

Students in the class of 2023 who had taken out student loans graduated with an average of $29,587 of debt.

Does Prescott College Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

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

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. Public, state schools can offer lower tuition for students who meet the requirements for in-state residency.

Choosing an insitution where you are eligible for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan drastically reduce the overall cost of college. Be sure to check your state's requirements for in-state tuition. 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 where you live.

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Prescott College International Student Tuition

Tuition at Prescott College is the same for all students.

International students usually do not qualify for for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but should research private or school-specific aid and scholarships. International students who demonstrate financial need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Prescott College:

•Prescott College-specific scholarships

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

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Prescott College Housing Expenses, Fees, and More

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In addition to the cost of 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 Prescott College.

House and Food Costs at Prescott College

Meal-plan costs vary based on on the number of meals you intend to eat on-campus

How Much Do Books Cost at Prescott College?

The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. The actual cost of books depends on the courses you take and what kinds of books and materials they require. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy used textbooks and materials.

Yearly Fees

Most schools charge some yearly fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.

Keep in mind, there could also be optional fees associated with participating in special activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or playing on an intramural sports team. Many schools have ways for students with financial need to find ways to lower or eliminate these fees.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at Prescott College

The cost of getting around in college can really vary. 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 walkable? Do you own a car, or are you planning to use public transportation? All of these factors can drastically impact your transportation budget. At Prescott College, freshman are allowed to park on campus.

The location of a college or university 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 flip side, transportation in a city might be costly, but cities may offer more trains, busses and affordable flights to actually get to school. Prescott Collegeis located in a town in Arizona.

Other Costs

When creating a budget for college, don’t forget to take into account personal expenses, like entertainment, clothes, furnishings and toiletries.

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Total Tuition and Expenses at Prescott College

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Now, let’s look at the breakdown of all expenses, to get a better estimate of what is really costs to go to Prescott College.

How Much Does Prescott College Cost?

What will the cost of attending Prescott College 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.

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Prescott College Financial Aid

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In 2023, 161 of the 388 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Prescott College meets 66.2% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $29,054 a year. Around 81% of Prescott College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Prescott College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $29,587 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$23,350
Private Loans	$32,743

Most Common Loans for Prescott College Students
Federal Loans	81%
Private loans	15%

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

Scholarships at Prescott 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, Prescott College awarded 158 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $3 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $1.42 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Prescott 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 Prescott 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 Prescott College was $29,054 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Prescott College seem more manageable.

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

Prescott 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.

Does PC Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to reduce the total cost of attendance. 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.

Prescott 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.

Prescott College's endowment was valued at $1.5 million in 2023, compared to a national average of $905 million. The school spends $6,028 for each full-time student enrolled.

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