Greetings everyone! I'm considering applying to Penn State and I need to estimate my financial needs. Does anyone have a rough figure for tuition and living cost per year at Penn State? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Hello! For the 2024-2025 academic year, the tuition rate for Penn State for in-state undergraduate students is around $20,066. But remember that this is just for tuition, so there are additional costs to consider.
Also, for room and board, you might expect to spend around $14,474 for the academic year if you live on-campus. This depends on the kind of housing and meal plan you select. For off-campus living, costs can vary largely, depending on your personal style of living. On average, off-campus students spent around $9,000 to $11,000 a year on housing and food.
Some additional costs include $1,840 for books and supplies, $5,098 for other expenses, including transportation, and $5,484 for the student-initiated fee, which covers student activities, services, and facilities. So overall, as a very rough estimate, a Penn State undergraduate student from Pennsylvania might be expected to budget between $46,000 and $50,000 per year.
Importantly, these are just approximate values and could change slightly each year, so please reach out to Penn State's financial aid office or consult their website for the most accurate and up-to-date information. They can also provide more specific information based on your personal situation.
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