Unity College

In 2018, tuition for full-time students at Unity College was $11,280 a year.

Tuition was the same price in 2023 as it was the year before. On average, college tuition rises about 3% year.

If these numbers sound impossible, remember, the total cost of tuition isn't the final cost for attending college. Many students owe much less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts kick in. Plus, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college feel more doable until you've finishing school and found a job.

Unity College meets 72% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Unity College full-time are awarded $21,099 a year in financial aid, on average.

Unity College: In-state vs. Out-of-State Tuition

Unity College is a private, nonprofit institution, which means it has the same tuition for residents of Maine as it does for students who live in other states.

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. These institutions offer a lower cost of attendance for those who qualify as Maine residents.

Choosing an insitution where you are eligible for in-state tuition can drastically reduce the total cost of attending college. Be sure to check your state's eligibility 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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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Unity College?

Tuition at Unity College is the same for each student.

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

•Unity College-specific scholarships

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

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Unity College Housing 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 Unity College.

House and Food Costs at Unity College

Room and board at Unity College is $10,900 a year. This number includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a meal plan that allows you to eat in the school dining facilities.

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

How Much Do Books Cost at Unity College?

First-year students are sometimes surprised by how much books and supplies cost–and not in a good way. The actual 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 used textbooks and materials.

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.

There may be additional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like Greek Life, or playing on an intramural sports team. Many schools offer resources for students with demonstrated need to find ways to lower or eliminate these fees.

The Cost of Transportation at Unity College

The cost of getting around in college depends on a few key factors. 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 walkable? Do you own a car, or will you need to use public transportation? All of these factors can drastically impact your transportation budget. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car on campus.

A school's location can impact 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 might be costly, but cities may offer more buses, trains and low-cost flight options to actually get to school. The Unity College campus is located in a rural area in Maine.

Other Costs

When budgeting for college, be sure to leave some room in your budget for the cost of things 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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The Full Cost of Attending Unity 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 the actual cost of attending Unity College.

How Much Does Unity College Cost?

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$11,280
Room and Board	$10,900
Other expenses	$1,280

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$25,320
Off-Campus	$14,420

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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Unity College Financial Aid

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In 2023, 584 of the 1,193 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Unity College meets 72% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $21,099 a year.

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

Scholarships at Unity 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, Unity College awarded 584 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $8 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $1.26 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Unity College

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 Unity 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 Unity College was $21,099 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Unity College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$4,221
Off-Campus	$-6,679

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 Unity 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 Unity College's net cost calculator on their website.

Unity 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.

Unity College Tuition Waivers

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

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

Unity 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.

As of 2018, the total market value of Unity College's endowment was $14 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. The school spends $8,000 for each full-time student enrolled.

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