Rollins College

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Rollins College was $58,300 a year.

In 2023, tuition increased 3.9%–from $56,110 the previous year. Usually, college tuition rises about 3% year.

Remember, the "sticker price" of tuition doesn't always give you all the info you need to know how much you will actually have to pay for college. Many students owe a lot less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. And, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college feel more doable until you're done with college.

Rollins College meets 84% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Rollins College full-time are awarded $43,911 a year in financial aid, on average.

Students in the class of 2023 who had taken out student loans graduated with an average of $32,795 of debt.

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

Rollins College is a private, nonprofit institution, which means it has the same tuition for students from Florida as it does for students who live in other states.

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. These institutions offer reduced tuition for students who are residents of that state.

Attending a school where you are eligible for in-state tuition can drastically reduce the cost of tuition, as well as loans and interest owed. Be sure to verify your state's rules 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 other criteria as well, depending on the state you and your parents currently live in.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Rollins College?

Tuition at Rollins College is the same for all students.

Students from outside of the U.S. are not eligible for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but may be eligible for private or school-specific aid and scholarships. International students with need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Rollins College:

•On-campus jobs •Loans from outsideRollins College •Rollins College-specific scholarships

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

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Rollins College Room, Board, Fees, and More

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In addition to the cost of tuition, room and board, books, transportation and fees are also costs it consider when planning for college. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at Rollins College.

Room and Board Costs at Rollins College

Housing and campus dining at Rollins College is $16,190 a year. This number covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a meal plan that enables you to eat all or some of your meals the Rollins College's on-campus cafeterias and dining facilities. Students who live off campus but would like to be able to eat in the campus dining can pay for a meal plan. The cost of board-only is $10,620.

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

Cost of Books at Rollins College

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 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.

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.

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

Transportation costs

The total cost of transportation in college depends on a few key factors. 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 plan to bring a car or will you need to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these questions can make a big difference in your transportation budget. Keeping in mind, first-year students are not allowed to park a car on campus.

Where are a college is located 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 flip side, getting around in a city is usually costly, but cities may offer more trains, busses or affordable flights to actually get to school. The Rollins College campus is in a suburb in Florida, not far from Orlando.

Other Costs

When budgeting for college, be sure to factor in personal expenses, like entertainment, clothes, furnishings and toiletries.

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The Full Cost of Attending Rollins College

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Now, let’s do a rundown of all of the costs associated with college, to get a better idea of how much students can expect to shell out for Rollins College.

How Much Does Rollins College Cost?

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$58,300
Room and Board	$16,190
Board Only	$3,410
Other expenses	$1,810

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$76,300
Off-Campus	$63,520

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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Financial Aid at Rollins College

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In 2023, 1,108 of the 2,274 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Rollins College meets 84% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $43,911 a year. Around 50% of Rollins College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Rollins College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $32,795 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$24,435
Private Loans	$48,580

Most Common Loans for Rollins College Students
Federal Loans	48%
Private loans	9%

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

Scholarships at Rollins 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, Rollins College awarded 1,104 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $40.7 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $27.85 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Rollins 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 Rollins 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 Rollins College was $43,911 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Rollins College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$32,389
Off-Campus	$19,609

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

Rollins College Tuition Payment Plans

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

Rollins College does not have guaranteed tuition.

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

Rollins College Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to certain groups, to make attending more affordable. Some colleges offer tuition waivers for faculty, staff, and their families , underrepresented students, or military students. Even with a tuition waiver, other expenses and fees are the responsibility of the student.

Rollins 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.

Rollins 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.

Rollins College's endowment was valued at $460.3 million in 2023, compared to a national average of $905 million. For each full-time student, Rollins College spends about $12,172 a year.

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