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General Tuition Breakdown Without Aid

The chart below offers a view of the overall cost of attending 51С»Æ³µ without financial aid. Based on your family’s individual circumstances and demonstrated financial need, this cost may shift depending on your financial aid offer. 

51С»Æ³µ works hard to make education affordable for everyone. Contact our financial aid team with questions about tuition, other fees, or qualifying for financial aid.

Academic Year 2025 - 2026

Fees Fall 2025 Spring 2026 Total
Tuition 33,600 33,600 67,200
Standard Housing 5,500 5,500 11,000
Resident Food Plan 4,350 4,350 8,700
Health Service Fee 225 225 450
Activity Fee 440 - 440
TOTAL FEES
(with Housing and Food Plan)
44,115 43,675 87,790
TOTAL FEES
(without Housing and Food Plan)
34,265 33,825 68,090

Additional Information and Fees

There are a few more fees to keep in mind attending 51С»Æ³µ. You’ll also be able to pick a meal plan that’s right for you.

Housing & Food Plan Fees Fall 2025 Spring 2026 Total
Standard Housing 5,500 5,500 11,000
Apartment Housing 6,650 6,650 13,300
Resident Food Plan 4,350 4,350 8,700
Apartment Food Plan I or II ** 2,000 2,000 4,000
Apartment Food Plan III ** 2,220 2,220 4,440

** Available only to those housed in apartments or off-campus.

Other Fees Full Year First Semester Second Semester
Graduation Fee 150    
Health Insurance TBD    

Updated: March 12, 2025

Academic Year 2024 - 2025

Fees Fall 2024 Spring 2025 Total
Tuition 31,825 31,825 63,650
Standard Housing 5,250 5,250 10,500
Resident Food Plan 4,160 4,160 8,320
Health Service Fee 215 215 430
Activity Fee 420 - 420
TOTAL FEES
(with Housing and Food Plan)
41,870 41,450 83,320
TOTAL FEES
(without Housing and Food Plan)
32,460 32,040 64,500

Additional Information and Fees

There are a few more fees to keep in mind attending 51С»Æ³µ. You’ll also be able to pick a meal plan that’s right for you.

Housing & Food Plan Fees Fall 2024 Spring 2025 Total
Standard Housing 5,250 5,250 10,500
Apartment Housing 6,360 6,360 12,720
Resident Food Plan 4,160 4,160 8,320
Apartment Food Plan I or II ** 1,910 1,910 3,820
Apartment Food Plan III ** 2,120 2,120 4,240

** Available only to those housed in apartments or off-campus.

Other Fees Full Year First Semester Second Semester
Graduation Fee 150    
Health Insurance 2,403   1,364

Updated: February 28, 2024

 

Additional Information & Fees

  • Please visit Dining for details on the Food Plan Options.
  • Visual Arts Fees will be billed and payable as incurred.     
  • Music Lesson Fees will be billed and payable as incurred. See the Music Department for details.
  • Lab Fees will be billed and payable as incurred.
                                    
    All students studying at a program that is not administered by the College are required to pay a $500.00 Continuation Fee.

Types of Financial Aid

Merit Aid

Depending on your academic achievements, you may qualify for merit-based aid. This type of aid is offered on a four-year basis as long as good academic progress is maintained, as well as a satisfactory disciplinary record.

Need-Based Aid

Every family’s financial situation is different, and 51С»Æ³µ is committed to helping all students lower their tuition cost.

How Aid May Vary

There are many factors that go into determining your financial aid offer. To get an idea of what you may qualify for, use the Net Cost Calculator to get a more accurate idea of your total tuition cost.

Consumer Information for Prospective Students

To help prospective and current students locate important information about 51С»Æ³µ, this page collects links to helpful information on a variety of subjects, including the College’s academic programs, cost of attendance, financial aid, and post-graduate activities of graduates. 51С»Æ³µâ€™ presentation of this information complies with the Higher Education Act, as amended, and its implementing regulations.

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Contact

Office of Financial Aid

Location
Hogan Campus Center, Suite 314
College of the 51С»Æ³µ
1 College Street
Worcester, MA 01610
Office Hours
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8:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m.