Hello everyone! I'm considering attending The Citadel. However, I'm having trouble finding out the total estimated cost, including tuition and other fees. Does anyone have this information? Any scholarships to look into?
The total cost of attendance at The Citadel varies depending on whether you are an in-state or out-of-state student. For the 2024-2025 academic year:
- For in-state students, the total cost of attendance is approximately $38,364. This includes tuition and fees of around $14,348, room and board of about $9,791, and books and supplies estimated at around $9,741. Personal expenses of about $2,191 and transportation that is estimated at about $2,232.
- For out-of-state students, the total cost of attendance is approximately $63,855. The tuition and fees for out-of-state students are around $39,148. The estimates for room, board, books, supplies, and incidental expenses are the same as for in-state students.
Remember that these are estimates and the actual costs may vary.
Regarding scholarships, The Citadel offers a variety of scholarships based on merit, financial need, military service, and specific academic programs. A popular one is the Citadel Scholars Program, which is a merit-based scholarship for high-achieving students. Another option is the Leadership Scholars Program, which is for in-state residents demonstrating strong leadership abilities. Additionally, The Citadel has ROTC scholarships available to those interested in pursuing a military career after college.
Lastly, don't forget to fill out your FAFSA to see if you qualify for federal or state grants, which is a form of financial aid that doesn't have to be repaid.
Hope this helps and best of luck on your admissions journey!
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