by our College Data Analytics TeamAre the tuition & fee charges at Grinnell College reasonable when compared to nationwide averages? Find out here. In this Grinnell cost report, you'll find:
In 2020-2021, the average tuition and fees at Grinnell College ran about $58,648 per year for students working on an undergraduate degree. Students from Iowa did not receive a discount.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $58,156 | $492 | $58,648 |
Grinnell tuition and fees is for one year of attendance, not including room and board.
The numbers quoted on this page are all sticker price and don't include any financial aid or scholarships students may qualify for.
How much does Grinnell College cost for part-time students?
Go to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
The national out-of-state average for tuition and fees is $19,933 a year. At $58,648 a year, the average out-of-state tuition at Grinnell College was high when compared to the national average. In-state students pay the same as out-of state ones at Grinnell.
Take a look at the following chart to see how Grinnell College compares to other schools in terms of tuition and fees.
| Nationwide | Plains States | Iowa | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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: Grinnell College Financial Aid.
Over the past five years, Grinnell tuition and fees has grown by a rate of 3.83% annually. The tuition increased by 3.85%, and fees by 1.94%. The estimated cost for this year's tuition and fees is $63,229 if the growth rate continues.
For two years of academic instruction, your cost will end up being $128,881 for two years and $267,829 for four years.
Remeber to factor in additional costs such as room and board, transportation or books.
The following chart shows projected upcoming tuition and fees for undergraduates at Grinnell.
Unless your school has advertised price freezes, it is likely the cost of tuition and fees will go up every year. Make sure you factor this into your budget.
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