Southern Nazarene University

In 2010, tuition for full-time students at Southern Nazarene University was $26,040 a year.

Tuition increased 3.58% in 2023–from $25,140 the prior year. Usually, college tuition rises about 3% year.

If this makes attending the college of your dreams feel scary, remember, the "sticker price" of tuition doesn't give you enough information to determine the actual cost of attending any given college. Many students owe much less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Additionally, student loans can make theprice of collegemore manageable until you're done with college.

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

Does Southern Nazarene University Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

Southern Nazarene University is a private, religious institution, which means it has the same tuition for students from Oklahoma as it does for residents from other states.

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. These institutions offer reduced tuition for those who qualify as Oklahoma residents.

Attending an insitution where you are eligible for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan drastically reduce the total cost of attending college. Be sure to check your state's criteria 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 where you live.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Southern Nazarene University?

Tuition at Southern Nazarene University 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 grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities. International students who demonstrate financial need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Southern Nazarene University:

•Athletic Awards •Southern Nazarene University-specific scholarships

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

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Southern Nazarene University Living 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 planning for college. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at Southern Nazarene University.

Room and Board Costs at Southern Nazarene University

Room and board at Southern Nazarene University costs $10,300 a year. This number covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a dining plan that enables you to eat in the school dining halls.

Meal-plan costs can depend on how many meals are included in the plan you choose.

Cost of Books at Southern Nazarene University

The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. The real cost of books and supplies 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.

Annual Fees

The majority of colleges also have 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 optional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Most colleges offer resources for students with demonstrated need to get help covering these fees.

The Cost of Transportation at Southern Nazarene University

The cost of transportation in college can really vary. Will you take a subway, car or an airplane to get 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 are you planning to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these questions can drastically impact your estimated cost of transportation. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car on campus.

The location of a college or university 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 other hand getting around in a city is usually costly, but there may be more trains, busses or affordable flights to actually get to school. The Southern Nazarene University campus is located in a suburb in Oklahoma, near Oklahoma City.

Other Costs

When creating a budget for college, be sure to take into account 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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Financial Breakdown for Southern Nazarene University

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Now, let’s look at the breakdown of all expenses, to get a better idea of how much students can expect to shell out for Southern Nazarene University.

Total Cost of Southern Nazarene University

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$26,040
Room and Board	$10,300
Other expenses	$3,500

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$42,400
Off-Campus	$32,100

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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Southern Nazarene University Financial Aid

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The majority of Southern Nazarene University undergrads use financial aid to to cover the cost of tuition. In 2023, 1,316 of the 1,529 undergrads enrolled received financial aid.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$21,000
Private Loans	$0

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 Southern Nazarene University financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Southern Nazarene 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 $4.6 million was awarded in need-based scholarships. An additional $3.75 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Southern Nazarene 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 Southern Nazarene 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 Southern Nazarene University seem more manageable.

What will attending Southern Nazarene 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 Southern Nazarene University's net cost calculator on their website.

Southern Nazarene 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.

Southern Nazarene University Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to certain groups, to offset the cost of attending. Some colleges offer tuition waivers for employees and their family members, underrepresented students, or military students. Even if you qualify for a waiver, other expenses and fees are the responsibility of the student.

Check the financial aid website for more information on payment plans and tuition waivers.

Southern Nazarene 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.

Southern Nazarene University's endowment was valued at $21.6 million in 2023, compared to a national average of $905 million. For each full-time student, Southern Nazarene University spends about $8,446 a year.

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