The College of Saint Scholastica

In 2022, The College of St. Scholastica's tuition was $39,530 a year.

In 2023, tuition increased 2.01%–from $38,750 the prior year. On average, college tuition rises about 3% year.

If these numbers seem daunting, remember, the total cost of tuition isn't necessarily what you will have to pay to attend a school. Many students owe far less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Additionally, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college feel more doable until you've finishing school and found a job.

The College of St. Scholastica meets 76% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at The College of St. Scholastica is around $34,521 a year.

In 2020, students graduated with an average of $41,426 in student loans for each student with debt.

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

The College of St. Scholastica is a private, religious institution, which means it has the same tuition for students from Minnesota as it does for students who live in 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 tuition can cut the cost of college tuition. Take the time 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 additional requirements as well, depending on where you live.

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Tuition for International Students at The College of St. Scholastica

Tuition at The College of St. Scholastica is the same for every student.

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 The College of St. Scholastica-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities. International students who demonstrate financial need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at The College of St. Scholastica:

•On-campus jobs •Loans from outsideThe College of St. Scholastica •The College of St. Scholastica-specific scholarships

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The College of St. Scholastica 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 The College of St. Scholastica.

House and Food Costs at The College of St. Scholastica

Housing and campus dining at The College of St. Scholastica costs $11,380 a year. This covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a dining plan that allows you to eat in the The College of St. Scholastica's on-campus cafeterias and dining facilities.

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

How Much Do Books Cost at The College of St. Scholastica?

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 used textbooks and materials.

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.

Keep in mind, there could also be additional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like Greek Life, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Most colleges have resources so that those who may struggle to participate because of cost can get help covering these fees.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at The College of St. Scholastica

The total cost of getting around 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 allowed to park a car 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 other hand transportation in a city is often pricey, but there may be more trains, busses and affordable flights to actually get to school. The The College of St. Scholastica campus is in a suburb in Minnesota.

Other Costs

When you're planning for college, be sure to consider the cost of things like movies, takeouts, furniture or appliances for your dorm or housing, and essentials like laundry detergent, toothpaste and toilet paper.

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Financial Breakdown for The College of St. Scholastica

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Now, let’s look at the breakdown of all expenses, to get a better estimate of how much students can expect to shell out for The College of St. Scholastica.

How Much Does The College of St. Scholastica Cost?

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$39,530
Room and Board	$11,380
Other expenses	$1,484

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$54,518
Off-Campus	$41,654

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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The College of St. Scholastica Financial Aid

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The majority of The College of St. Scholastica undergrads use financial aid to to cover the cost of tuition. In 2023, 1,334 of the 2,144 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. The College of St. Scholastica meets 76% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $34,521 a year. Around 78% of The College of St. Scholastica undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. The College of St. Scholastica graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $41,426 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$23,533
State Loans	$27,599
Private Loans	$37,032

Most Common Loans for The College of St. Scholastica Students
Federal Loans	76%
State loans	9%
Private loans	32%

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 The College of St. Scholastica financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at The College of St. Scholastica

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, The College of St. Scholastica awarded 862 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $7.9 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $33.02 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of The College of St. Scholastica

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 The College of St. Scholastica 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 The College of St. Scholastica was $34,521 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of The College of St. Scholastica seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$19,997
Off-Campus	$7,133

What will attending The College of St. Scholastica 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 understand the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the The College of St. Scholastica's net cost calculator on their website.

The College of St. Scholastica 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.

The College of St. Scholastica Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to certain groups, to reduce the total cost of attendance. 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.

The College of St. Scholastica'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 The College of St. Scholastica's endowment was $88.4 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. For each full-time student, The College of St. Scholastica spends about $9,312 a year.

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