St. Norbert College

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at St. Norbert College was $43,532 a year.

Tuition increased 2.9% in 2023–from $42,304 the prior year. On average, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

Remember, the displayed price of tuition does not always tell the full story. Many students find the actual cost of college is a lot less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Plus, student loans can make the amount you do have to pay out of pocket feel more doable until you've finishing school and found a job.

St. Norbert College meets 84% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at St. Norbert College is around $31,685 a year.

Students in the class of 2023 who had taken out student loans graduated with an average of $40,207 of debt.

St. Norbert College: In-state vs. Out-of-State Tuition

St. Norbert College is a private, religious institution, which means it has the same tuition for residents of Wisconsin as it does for residents from other states.

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. These institutions offer a lower cost of attendance for students who are residents of that state.

Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state status can cut the cost of college tuition. Don't forget to confirm your state's criteria for as an in-state resident. 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 too, depending on where you live.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to St. Norbert College?

St. Norbert College has the same tuition for international students as for those from out of state.

International students usually do not qualify for for federal financial aid, but may qualify for private or St. Norbert College-specific aid and scholarships. International students with need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at St. Norbert College:

•On-campus jobs •St. Norbert College-specific scholarships

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

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St. Norbert College 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 St. Norbert College.

House and Food Costs at St. Norbert College

Room and board at St. Norbert College is $13,523 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 school dining facilities. Students who live off campus but would like to be able to eat in the campus dining can choose to be on a meal plan. The cost of a mean plan, or board-only, is $6,372.

Board costs may vary depending on how many meals are included in the plan you choose.

How Much Do Books Cost at St. Norbert College?

The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. The actual 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 used textbooks and materials.

Yearly 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.

There may 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 resources for students who may struggle to participate because of cost can get help covering these costs.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at St. Norbert College

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 easy to get around on foot? Do you own a car, or are you planning to use public transportation? All of these factors can make a big difference in your estimated cost of transportation. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car on campus.

A school's location can impact your transportation budget. 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 an urban area can be expensive, but there may be more buses, trains or low-cost flight options to actually get to school. The St. Norbert College campus is located in a suburb in Wisconsin.

Other Costs

When creating a budget for college, don’t forget to consider 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 St. Norbert 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 St. Norbert College.

Total Cost of St. Norbert College

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$43,532
Room and Board	$13,523
Board Only	$2,782
Other expenses	$792

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$58,747
Off-Campus	$48,006

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.

St. Norbert College’s tuition and fees change based on: •Course load for both full and part-time students

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Financial Aid at St. Norbert College

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The majority of St. Norbert College undergrads use financial aid to help pay for school. In 2023, 1,291 of the 1,814 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. St. Norbert College meets 84% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $31,685 a year. Around 71.97% of St. Norbert College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. St. Norbert College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $40,207 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$22,875
State Loans	$30,000
Private Loans	$45,879

Most Common Loans for St. Norbert College Students
Federal Loans	71.08%
State loans	0.22%
Private loans	27.35%

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 St. Norbert College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at St. Norbert 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, St. Norbert College awarded 1,241 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $32.5 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $11.84 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

St. Norbert 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 St. Norbert 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 St. Norbert College was $31,685 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of St. Norbert College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$27,062
Off-Campus	$16,321

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

St. Norbert College Tuition Payment Plans

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

St. Norbert College does not have guaranteed tuition.

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

St. Norbert College Tuition Waivers

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

St. Norbert 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.

St. Norbert 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.

St. Norbert College's endowment was valued at $173.1 million in 2023, compared to a national average of $905 million. The school spends $11,713 for each full-time student enrolled.

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