by our College Data Analytics TeamAre the tuition & fee charges at Colby College reasonable when compared to nationwide averages? Find out here. If you're looking for specific information on Colby costs, you can go to any of the following sections:
In 2020-2021, the average tuition and fees at Colby College ran about $61,220 per year for students working on an undergraduate degree. There was no discount for in-state students.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $58,640 | $2,580 | $61,220 |
Colby College tuition and fees is the number charged to students for one year of attendance, and does not include room and board.
Remeber that many students qualify for scholarships and financial aid that will lower the amount they have to pay.
How much does Colby College cost for part-time students?
Go to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
At the national level, average out-of-state tuition and fees are $19,933 a year. At $61,220 a year, the average out-of-state tuition at Colby College was high when compared to the national average. Students do not receive any discounts for living in Maine.
The chart below shows how Colby compares to other schools nationwide, in the region, and in the state.
| Nationwide | New England | Maine | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Expensive |
Remember to also consider financial aid when trying to decide if you can afford to go to a particular school. For more details on that, see: Colby College Financial Aid.
Tuition and Fees for Colby College increased with an average annual rate of 3.50% over the past five years. The tuition increased by 3.50%, and fees by 3.56%. This school year, students can expect to pay $65,587 if the growth keeps up.
This means an estimated $133,472 for two years of out-of-state tuition and fees at Colby, and $276,464 for four years.
These numbers don't include room and board, transportation or books.
The following chart shows projected upcoming tuition and fees for undergraduates at Colby.
Be aware of just how much the tuition and fees are increasing each year. At most colleges undergrads will wind up spending more on their last year of school compared to what they did for their first.
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