🧮 Funds

College Cost Calculator

Estimate your true cost of attendance and how much you might need to borrow. No account required — your data stays in your browser.

💸 Annual Costs

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🎁 Annual Financial Aid

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Free money — doesn't need to be repaid

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📊 Your Annual Estimate

Total Cost (per year)$4,700
- Financial Aid-$0
Net Cost (per year)$4,700

💰 4-Year Breakdown

Total Cost (4 years)$18,800
Total Aid (4 years)-$0
Family Contribution (4 years)-$0
Estimated Loans Needed$18,800

⚠️ Loan Repayment Preview

If you borrow $18,800 at 6.5% interest with a 10-year repayment:

Monthly Payment$213/mo

Total repaid over 10 years: $25,616

💡 Tips to Lower Your Cost

  • • Search for scholarships — free money you don't repay
  • • Compare in-state vs out-of-state tuition
  • • Consider community college for first 2 years
  • • File FAFSA early (opens October 1)
  • • Negotiate with financial aid offices

This is an estimate only. Actual costs vary by school and individual circumstances. Always verify with the school's financial aid office.