Westmont College

In 2022, Westmont College's tuition was $50,550 a year.

In 2023, tuition increased 3.5%–from $48,840 the previous year. Usually, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

If this makes attending the college of your dreams sound impossible, remember, the "sticker price" of tuition does not give you enough information to determine the actual cost of attending any given college. Many students find the actual cost of college is a lot less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Additionally, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college more manageable until after graduation.

Westmont College meets 85.8% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Westmont College is around $41,036 a year.

Graduates in the class of 2023 had an average of $32,124 in student loans per borrower.

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

Westmont College is a private, religious institution, so it has the same tuition for students from California 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.

Attending a school where you are eligible for in-state tuition can drastically reduce the total cost of attending college. Take the time to confirm your state's requirements for in-state residency. Every state has its own rules about what makes someone eligible for in-state tuition. In many states, students must have lived in the state for 12 months before starting school to qualify for in-state tuition. There may be additional requirements as well, depending on where you live.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Westmont College?

Tuition at Westmont College is the same for every student.

Students from outside of the U.S. usually do not qualify for for federal financial aid, but may be eligible for private or school-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities. International students with need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Westmont College:

•Athletic Awards •Westmont College-specific scholarships

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

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Westmont 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 Westmont College.

House and Food Costs at Westmont College

Room and board at Westmont College costs $16,360 a year. This number covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a dining plan that allows you to eat all or some of your meals the school dining facilities. Students who do not live on-campus but still want to use the dining facilities can pay for a meal plan. The cost of board-only is $6,750.

Meal-plan costs vary based on on the number of meals you intend to eat on-campus

How Much Do Books Cost at Westmont College?

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 books from students who have already taken the course.

Annual Fees

The majority of colleges charge some yearly fees to help cover the cost of facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.

There may be optional fees associated with participating in special activities, like Greek Life, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Most colleges offer ways for students who may struggle to participate because of cost can find ways to lower or eliminate these costs.

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

The 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 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 Westmont College, freshman are not allowed to park 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 flip side, transportation in a city may be costly, but there may be more buses, trains and low-cost flight options to actually get to school. The Westmont College campus is in a suburb in California, near Los Angeles.

Other Costs

When you're planning for college, don’t forget to consider 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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Financial Breakdown for Westmont College

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

How Much Does Westmont College Cost?

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

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$50,550
Room and Board	$16,360
Board Only	$1,800
Other expenses	$1,400

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

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$69,550
Off-Campus	$54,990

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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Westmont College Financial Aid

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The majority of Westmont College undergrads use financial aid to help pay for school. In 2023, 777 of the 1,293 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Westmont College meets 85.8% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $41,036 a year. Around 62% of Westmont College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Westmont College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $32,124 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$20,678
Westmont College-Specific Loans	$9,347
Private Loans	$36,359

Most Common Loans for Westmont College Students
Federal Loans	59%
Institutional Loans	23%
Private loans	15%

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

Scholarships at Westmont 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, Westmont College awarded 776 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $25.8 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $15.04 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Westmont 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 Westmont 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 Westmont College was $41,036 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Westmont College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$28,514
Off-Campus	$13,954

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

Westmont College Tuition Payment Plans

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

Westmont College does not have guaranteed tuition.

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

Westmont College Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to make attending more affordable. Some colleges offer tuition waivers for employees and their family members, underrepresented students, or military students. Even with a tuition waiver, students are usually responsible for housing, meal plans, and other expenses.

Westmont 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.

Westmont 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.

Westmont College's endowment was valued at $93.6 million in 2023, compared to a national average of $905 million. The school spends $21,622 for each full-time student enrolled.

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