Westminster College - Salt Lake City

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Griffins was $40,896 a year.

Tuition increased 4.03% in 2023–from $39,312 the prior year. On average, colleges raise tuition about 3% each year.

Remember, the total cost of tuition isn't the final cost for attending college. Many students owe far less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. Additionally, student loans can make the amount you do have to pay for college more manageable until you've finishing school and found a job.

Westminster College meets 67.4% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Westminster College full-time are awarded $37,504 a year in financial aid, on average.

Graduates in the class of 2023 had an average of $26,242 in student loans per borrower.

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

Westminster College is a private, nonprofit institution, which means it has the same tuition for students from Utah as it does for students who live in other states.

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. Public insitutions often offer reduced tuition for those who qualify as Utah residents.

Choosing a college where you qualify for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan save significant money on the cost of tuition, as well as loans and interest owed. Don't forget to confirm your state's eligibility 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 additional requirements as well, depending on the state you and your parents currently reside in.

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Tuition for International Students at Westminster College

Tuition at Westminster College is the same for all students.

International students usually do not qualify for for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but may qualify for private or Westminster College-specific aid and scholarships. International students who demonstrate financial need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Westminster College:

•On-campus jobs •Athletic Awards •Westminster College-specific scholarships

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

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Westminster College Housing Expenses, Fees, and More

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In addition to the cost of 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 Westminster College.

Room and Board Costs at Westminster College

Housing and campus dining at Westminster College is $13,420 a year. This covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a meal plan that enables you to eat in the Westminster College's on-campus cafeterias and 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 board-only is $9,000.

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

How Much Do Books Cost at Westminster College?

First-year students are sometimes surprised by how much books and supplies cost–and not in a good way. The real 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 also have fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.

There may be additional fees associated with participating in special activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Most colleges have ways so that those with financial need to find ways to lower or eliminate these fees.

Transportation costs

The total cost of getting around in college can really vary. 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 drastically impact your estimated cost of transportation. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car on campus.

Where are a college is located 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 flip side, transportation in an urban area can be expensive, but cities may offer more trains, busses and low-cost flight options to actually get to school. Westminster Collegeis in a suburb in Utah, near Salt Lake.

Other Costs

When estimating your budget for college, be sure to leave some room in your budget for personal expenses, like movies, takeouts, furniture or appliances for your dorm or housing, and essentials like laundry detergent, toothpaste and toilet paper.

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Total Tuition and Expenses at Westminster College

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Now, let’s look at the breakdown of all expenses, to get a better idea of what is really costs to go to Westminster College.

Total Cost of Westminster College

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$40,896
Room and Board	$13,420
Board Only	$4,289
Other expenses	$2,270

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$57,106
Off-Campus	$48,249

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.

Westminster College’s tuition and fees change based on: •Academic program for both full and part-time students •Course load for both full and part-time students

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Westminster College Financial Aid

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The majority of Westminster College undergrads use financial aid to help pay for school. In 2023, 510 of the 968 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Westminster College meets 67.4% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $37,504 a year. Around 55% of Westminster College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Westminster College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $26,242 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$22,520
Private Loans	$21,590

Most Common Loans for Westminster College Students
Federal Loans	55%
Private loans	10%

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

Scholarships at Westminster 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, Westminster College awarded 507 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $13.7 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $7.73 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Westminster 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 Westminster 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 Westminster College was $37,504 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Westminster College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$19,602
Off-Campus	$10,745

What will attending Westminster 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 get a better idea of the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the Westminster College's net cost calculator on their website.

Westminster College Tuition Payment Plans

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

Westminster College does not have guaranteed tuition.

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

Griffins 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.

Griffins 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.

Westminster 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.

Westminster College's endowment was valued at $84.9 million in 2023, compared to a national average of $905 million. For each full-time student, Westminster College spends about $13,828 a year.

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