Stillman College

In 2017, tuition for full-time students at Stillman College was $9,548 a year.

Tuition was the same price in 2023 as it was the year before. Usually, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

Remember, the "sticker price" of tuition does not always give you all the info you need to know how much you will actually have to pay for college. Many students pay much less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts kick in. Additionally, student loans can make the amount you do have to pay for college feel more doable until you're done with college.

Stillman College meets 75% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Stillman College is around $21,774 a year.

Students in the class of 2023 who had taken out student loans graduated with an average of $30,429 of debt.

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

Stillman College is a private, religious institution, so it has the same tuition for students from Alabama 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 a college where you qualify for in-state status can cut the cost of college tuition. Be sure to verify your state's guidelines for how to qualify 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 where you live.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Stillman College?

Tuition at Stillman College is the same for every student.

International students usually do not qualify for for federal financial aid, but should research private or Stillman College-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities. International students who demonstrate financial need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Stillman College:

•Athletic Awards

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Stillman College Housing Expenses, Fees, and More

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

House and Food Costs at Stillman College

Housing and campus dining at Stillman College is $10,054 a year. This covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a dining plan that enables you to eat all or some of your meals the school dining halls.

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

Cost of Books at Stillman 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 the materials required. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy used textbooks and materials.

Yearly Fees

The majority of colleges charge some yearly fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the computer labs and libraries, athletic facilities, and more.

There may be other costs associated with participating in special activities, like Greek Life, or playing on an intramural sports team. Most colleges offer resources so that those with financial need to find ways to lower or eliminate these fees.

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

The cost of getting around 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 easy to get around on foot? Do you plan to bring a car or will you need to use public transportation? All of these factors can make a big difference in your estimated cost of transportation. At Stillman College, freshman are allowed to park on campus.

Where are a college is located 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 flip side, getting around in a city is often costly, but there may be more trains, busses or low-cost flight options to actually get to school. The Stillman College campus is in a city in Alabama, not far from Birmingham.

Other Costs

When creating a budget for college, don’t forget to leave some room in your budget for the cost of things like entertainment, clothes, furnishings and toiletries.

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The Full Cost of Attending Stillman College

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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 Stillman College.

How Much Does Stillman College Cost?

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$9,548
Room and Board	$10,054

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$21,446
Off-Campus	$11,392

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 Stillman College

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The majority of Stillman College undergrads use financial aid to to cover the cost of tuition. In 2023, 580 of the 1,072 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Stillman College meets 75% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $21,774 a year. Around 96% of Stillman College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Stillman College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $30,429 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$32,605
Private Loans	$0

Most Common Loans for Stillman College Students
Federal Loans	96%

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

Scholarships at Stillman 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, Stillman College awarded 580 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $4.1 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $240,000 in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Stillman 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 Stillman 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 Stillman College was $21,774 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Stillman College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
Off-Campus	$-10,382

Note: a negative number can indicate that a refund will be given to use toward other expenses such as housing, fees, and books. In such cases, be sure to reach out to the school directly for any clarification or questions.

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

Stillman 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 Stillman College 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 if you qualify for a 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.

Stillman 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.

Stillman College's endowment was valued at $18.2 million in 2023, compared to a national average of $905 million. The school spends $3,897 for each full-time student enrolled.

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