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Tuition and Financial Aid

 

Educational and living costs for 2008-2009 are:

 

Fixed costs for which you will be billed directly by Messiah College
Tuition and Fees $25,670
Room and Board $7,610
Health Insurance $450
Total Fixed Costs $33,730


Notes:

    • Fixed expenses are the same regardless of citizenship or residency.
    • Room and Board: Double occupancy room, full meal plan.

    • Health insurance is required.

    Estimated costs for books, supplies, transportation, and other expenses
    Books, Supplies, and Personal Expenses $1,500
    Transportation (Round Trip) $500-$2,500
    Total Estimated Costs $2,000-$4,500

     

    Total Fixed Costs $33,730
    Total Estimated Costs $2,000-$4,500
    TOTAL COSTS $35,730-$38,230

     

    Students should plan on at least a 5% increase in the above costs each year to attend Messiah College.

     

    Financial Aid

    Merit-Based Academic Scholarships

    Provost’s Scholarships: US$6,000–$10,000 annually
      • All students who meet the criteria are awarded scholarships.
      • Minimum academic qualifications: SAT of 1100+, ACT of 24+, and/or class rank in the top 25%
      • No additional application is needed for this scholarship.

      President’s and Trustee’s Scholarships: US$16,000–$24,000 annually

        • 60 scholarships total awarded annually
        • Minimum academic qualifications: SAT of 1300+, ACT of 29+, and/or class rank in the top 10%
        • Eligible students may be invited to an interview selection process.
        • Admissions application materials must arrive by January 15.

        Financial Need-Based Scholarships

        International Aid: US$1,000–$15,000 annually

        Federal Financial Aid
        • Loans, grants, and scholarships; amounts awarded are based on the FAFSA (available only to U.S. citizens and permanent residents).

        Work Study Employment
        All students are eligible for on-campus work during the school year, with possible earnings up to US$2,000/year (before taxes). Summer work is also available on a limited basis, with possible earnings of up to US$4,000 (before taxes).

        Note: Each international student can expect to provide approximately US$17,000 in financial support for each year they attend Messiah College. Students receiving merit-based academic scholarships may be able to reduce this amount.




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