Hey everyone, I'm currently a junior looking at Colby College as one of my top choices. I'm trying to get an idea of how much it would cost to attend Colby. Can anyone help me understand the tuition fees, room & board, and other expenses? Are there any financial aid opportunities or scholarships I should look into? Thanks in advance!
Hello! Colby College is indeed a great choice, but it's important to understand the expenses involved to make an informed decision. For the 2022-2023 academic year, the costs at Colby College were as follows (keep in mind that these figures might slightly change for the year you plan to attend):
1. Tuition: $60,500
2. Room and Board: $16,675
3. Miscellaneous Fees: ~ $2,818 (including estimated personal expenses, books, and travel)
That puts the total cost of attendance around $79,993 per year. However, don't be discouraged by the sticker price, as Colby has a robust financial aid program that can help offset the costs, and around 45% of students receive financial aid.
As for financial aid, at Colby you'll need to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the College Scholarship Service (CSS) Profile. These forms help the financial aid office assess your financial aid eligibility.
Regarding scholarships, Colby offers a range of merit-based and need-based scholarships. You may be considered for some of them automatically, while others may require a separate application, so make sure you do your research on Colby's website on what the requirements are, as well as the eligibility criteria.
Other opportunities for financial assistance could come from federal grants, loans, and work-study, as well as external scholarships and grants from various organizations. You should research and apply to these sources to maximize your financial aid potential.
Make sure to stay proactive and calculate your potential financial aid package through Colby's net price calculator, which will give you an idea of how much aid you could qualify for. You can also reach out to their financial aid office directly with any more specific questions you have.
Good luck!
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