Hey everyone! I'm really interested in applying to Brown University, I've been working my butt off to make myself a competitive applicant. There's one thing though, I'm not from a super wealthy family and am trying to figure out if it will be financially feasible. So, does anyone have any specifics on the cost of attending Brown, or some financial aid resources?
Yes, I can give you a broad outlook, but for exact amounts, you'd want to visit Brown's official tuition and fees page which is updated annually.
As of now, for the 2024-2025 academic year, Brown's total cost of attendance is approximately $89,000. This includes tuition, fees, room, board, and estimated personal expenses. Keep in mind, however, that this is just the sticker price and many students won't pay the full cost thanks to financial aid.
The good news is, Brown is known for its strong financial aid program. It practices need-blind admission for all domestic and DACA students, meaning your ability to pay doesn’t affect the admissions decision. They also meet 100% of demonstrated need for those admitted, which is a commitment not all colleges can make.
One of the best ways to get an accurate estimate of what you might have to pay is by using Brown's Net Price Calculator (https://npc.collegeboard.org/app/brown). This tool takes into account your financial situation to give you a personalized estimate of the cost after financial aid.
Brown's financial aid packages typically include grants, which you don't have to repay, and a 'work-study' expectation, which you can fulfill with a part-time job during school year. Brown does not include loans in their aid packages, but you may choose to take out loans to cover your family contribution if you need to.
Your final step will be submitting your FAFSA and CSS Profile to Brown to officially apply for financial aid once you're ready to apply for admission. This should be done as close to the application deadline as possible to ensure you're considered for the maximum amount of aid.
Remember - don’t let the sticker price deter you from applying. With Brown's generous financial aid, the actual cost can end up being much lower than the published price.
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