Siena Heights University

In 2022, tuition for full-time Siena Heights University students was $28,000 a year.

In 2023, tuition increased 1.82%–from $27,500 the previous year. On average, college tuition rises about 3% year.

If this information makes going to college sound impossible, remember, the "sticker price" of tuition doesn't always tell the full story. Many students pay far less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. And, student loans can make the amount you do have to pay for college more manageable until after graduation.

For information on Siena Heights University's financial aid options for first-year students, check with the school directly.

The average student debt for graduates in the class of 2023 was around $13,500 per student, not including those with no debt.

Siena Heights University: In-state vs. Out-of-State Tuition

Siena Heights University is a private, religious institution, so it has the same tuition for students from Michigan as it does for residents from 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 tuition can cut the cost of college tuition. Take the time to verify your state's requirements for in-state tuition. Every state has its own rules about what makes someone eligible for in-state tuition. 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 too, depending on the state you and your parents currently live in.

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Is Siena Heights University's Tuition Different for International Students?

Tuition at Siena Heights University is the same for every student.

International students usually do not qualify for for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but should research private or school-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities.

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Siena Heights University Living 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 Siena Heights University.

Room and Board Costs at Siena Heights University

Housing and campus dining at Siena Heights University costs $12,200 a year. This includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a dining plan that allows you to eat in the Siena Heights University's on-campus cafeterias and dining halls.

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

Cost of Books at Siena Heights University

The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. The real 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 books from students who have already taken the course.

Yearly Fees

Most schools charge some yearly fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the computer labs and libraries, athletic facilities, and more.

There may be optional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or playing on an intramural sports team. Most colleges offer resources for students with financial need to find ways to lower or eliminate these costs.

Transportation costs

The total cost of getting around in college depends on a few key factors. Will you drive, fly, or take public transportation 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 own a car, or will you need to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these factors can drastically impact your transportation budget. At Siena Heights University, freshman are allowed to park on campus.

Where are a college is located can also have a big effect on 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, transportation in a city is sometimes costly, but cities may offer more trains, busses or low-cost flight options to actually get to school. Siena Heights Universityis located in a town in Michigan, near Detroit and Toledo.

Other Costs

When estimating your budget for college, don’t forget to take into account the cost of things like entertainment, clothes, furnishings and toiletries.

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Financial Breakdown for Siena Heights University

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Now, let’s look at the breakdown of all expenses, to get a better idea of the actual cost of attending Siena Heights University.

Total Cost of Siena Heights University

What will the cost of attending Siena Heights University be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$28,000
Room and Board	$12,200
Other expenses	$876

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$43,132
Off-Campus	$30,056

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.

Siena Heights University’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 both full and part-time students

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Siena Heights University Financial Aid

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The majority of Siena Heights University undergrads use financial aid to finance their education. In 2023, 1,122 of the 1,782 undergrads enrolled received financial aid.Siena Heights University graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $13,500 of student loan debt.

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 Siena Heights University financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Siena Heights 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, a total of $5.1 million was awarded in need-based scholarships. An additional $8.31 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Siena Heights University 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 Siena Heights 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.

By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Siena Heights University seem more manageable.

What will attending Siena Heights 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 Siena Heights University's net cost calculator on their website.

Siena Heights University Tuition Payment Plans

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

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

Does Siena Heights University Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to certain groups, to offset the cost of attending. Some schools 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.

Siena Heights 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.

As of 2022, the total market value of Siena Heights University's endowment was $19.5 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. For each full-time student, Siena Heights University spends about $22,118 a year.

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