Think attending a private Christian college is out of your budget? You can get a Christ-centered education at Grace University for less than you might think. Let us show you how you can afford to experience the Power of Grace!
Our goal is to provide every student the opportunity to experience life change which comes as a result of the quality, Christ-centered education we offer. We believe a college education is more than just preparing for a career; it is an investment in your future. Here are just a few reasons why you should explore the possibility of attending Grace:
- No out-of-state tuition charges! All GU students pay the same tuition rate – regardless of their zip code.
- Every Grace student has the opportunity to receive the renewable Grace University Award valued at as much as $8,000 per year! *1
- Students can request a financial aid estimate as early as the summer before their junior year which includes Grace University aid as well as federal and state aid.
- On average, GU students graduate with $638 less in debt than those attending the University of Nebraska.*2
- Over 90% of our students receive financial aid from both Grace and the federal government – making Grace one of the most affordable private universities in the country! Check this out:
Grace University’s
Average Out-of-pocket Cost per Student (On campus)
2007 total cost of attendance*3
|
$19,130 |
Average 2007 scholarship/grant (gift aid) amount*4
|
$8,850 |
Average total 2007 out-of-pocket cost*5
|
$10,280 |
Wondering if these costs will change? No problem – we’ve got those figures, too:
Traditional Undergraduate Costs
2008-2009 Academic Year
Tuition
|
|
Semester |
Year |
Tuition (12 to 17 credit hours per semester)* |
|
$7,055 |
$14,110 |
Student Fees (Over 6 credit hours per semester) |
|
$195 |
$390 |
|
Total for Off-Campus |
$7,250 |
$14,500 |
Housing (Double occupancy) |
|
$1,250 |
$2,500 |
Dining (13 meals per week) |
|
$1,380 |
$2,760 |
|
Total for On-Campus |
$9,880 |
$19,760 |
Add for 18+ credit hours |
|
$390/hr |
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Add for Books/Supplies (Estimated) |
|
$425 |
$850 |
Add for Single Occupancy |
|
$300 |
$600 |
Add for 20 meals per week |
|
$170 |
$340 |
*Students taking less than 12 hours per semester will be charged a tuition rate of $390 per credit hour.
Hey – did you notice GU’s overall cost per year only increased by $630 from 2007 to 2008? That’s an increase of just 3.2% - which is well below the national average of 8% per year!*6
Intrigued? Starting to think this looks pretty good? Contact us today to start the enrollment process or just to ask more questions. Trust us – it’s worth it!
*1 Actual amount is based on income levels and GPA ranges and depends on housing plans. Students submitting GEDs will be awarded using standardized test scores.
*2 www.bennelson.senate.gov/college
This plan is available only to students in one of GU’s recognized cooperative degree programs.
*3 Includes 12-17 hours per semester, 13 meal plan (most common), double occupancy and student fees. Does not include cost estimate for books and supplies.
*4 Includes both institutional awards and federal and state grants. Does not include scholarships from outside sources or student/parent loans.
*5 Out-of-pocket cost includes all loans borrowed by the student and/or parents.
*6 According to a 2008 report from www.FinAid.org.
