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2022-2023 Catalog

• VOL. LXVII: Accreditation
• The President's Message
• The College
• Student Financial Aid
• Institutional Scholarships
• Other Scholarships and Grants
• Federal and State Grant Programs
• Student Employment Programs
• Loan Programs
• Federal Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy
• Glossary of Terms Used in the Financial Aid Section

Student Billing Statement, Balance Due and Refund of Credit Balance

Payment Plans

Unpaid Accounts and Business Holds

Institutional Refund Policy - Withdrawal

Active Duty Policy

Form 1098-T

• Campus Life
• Academic Policies
• Graduate Studies
• Division of Pre-Professional Studies
• Division of Nursing
• Course Descriptions
• College Administration & Faculty
• Disclaimer, Nondiscrimination, and Compliance
• Academic Calendar
• Sponsored by the Presentation Sisters
• Addenda to 2022-2023 Catalog
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Tuition and Fees

Tuition and fees for the academic year may be found at https://www.presentation.edu/tuition-aid .

At Presentation College the payment of tuition, fees and all other charges are recorded on the student billing account at the time of registration. An electronic billing statement will be available through the student portal at the time of registration and will itemize student payment obligations to the College including but not limited to the following: tuition, room, board, course fees, and any other charges. The billing statement will also itemize any credits known at that time which are due to the student for the term, such as grant or loan aid, the deposit made, etc. Any changes in the student’s obligations, caused by a change in schedule or in aid for the term, will be itemized on the student’s electronic ledger available through the student portal. It is the students' responsibility to check their ledger periodically throughout the term.

All students are required to sign a Disclosure Statement. The form is available online at  https://www.presentation.edu/tuition-aid/student-accounts/payment-forms , it must be completed and submitted to the office of Student Accounts prior to beginning classes. Failure to complete this form will result in a HOLD being placed on the student’s account and will prevent future registration or release of transcripts. The Disclosure Statement contains the official explanation of the College's payment policies.

Students are expected to pay any balance due to the College by the first day of classes. The balance due is calculated based on the term charges less payments made to date and less the pending financial aid shown on the statement. Any Student with a remaining balance after the first day of classes will be auto enrolled in a Payment Plan. All balances are subject to change until the last day to add/drop of the term, fines/fees may be added at any point in the term as needed. Students must make their tuition deposit (non-refundable) and suite deposit prior to moving on campus, participating in practice (as a student-athlete) or attending class. Administrative, clerical, or technical billing errors do not absolve the student of financial responsibility to pay the correct amount of tuition, fees and other associated financial obligations assessed as a result of registration at Presentation College.

Financial aid will be posted to students' accounts within three (3) days of receipt of the funds from the U.S. Department of Education. If a student's payments, including financial aid, exceed the charges shown on the statement, the student will have a credit balance and will be issued a refund within 14 days of the date financial aid funds are received by the College. Students are encouraged to complete a form (available at  https://www.presentation.edu/tuition-aid/student-accounts , under “Helpful Forms”) for automatic deposit of their refund checks in order to receive the refund as quickly as possible. Refunds not made by automatic deposit will be mailed to the student's billing address on record.

Presentation College offers the benefit of a payment plan. A $60 payment plan service fee is charged to all participating accounts for the calculation and maintenance of the plan. The payment plan breaks the original balance due for the term plus the payment plan fee into three monthly expected payments, two monthly expected payments in the summer term.

Fall Term: September 15 th Payment Due: half of the original balance due plus the payment plan service fee October 15 th Payment Due: 50% of the current balance due November 15 th Payment Due: the remaining balance for the term

Spring Term: February 15 th Payment Due: half of the original balance due plus the payment plan service fee March 15 th Payment Due: 50% of the current balance due April 15 th Payment Due: the remaining balance for the term

Summer Term: June 15 th Payment Due: half of the original balance due plus the payment plan service fee July 15 th Payment Due: the remaining balance for the term

This breakdown is calculated by the Manager of Student Accounts and is communicated to all students at the beginning of the term to their PC emails. Students who fail to pay any balance due at the specified time each month will incur a $25 late fee and a finance charge of two percent (2%), this includes any delinquent or alternative payment plan agreements. Accounts with balances after the first day of classes will be auto enrolled in the payment plan.

Students with unpaid balances with the College will have a HOLD placed on their account. A HOLD means the College will not issue degrees, transcripts, employment placement credentials, final grade reports, or statements of honorable dismissal. Students with business holds may also not be permitted to register for subsequent terms.

Students who fail to pay any balance due at the specified time may be administratively withdrawn from the College. Delinquent accounts may be transferred to a collection agency; fees for this service will be added to students' accounts.

Students who fail to pay any balance due at the specified time each month, or another agreed upon time, may have their Moodle access suspended. A suspension will remain on the student's Moodle account until the amount due is paid. If lack of payment continues the student may be administratively withdrawn from the term. In the case of administrative withdrawal due to an unpaid account, a grade of “W” will be recorded on the student’s transcript.

During the time in which Moodle access is suspended, faculty have the purview to uphold late work policies, as stated in course syllabi. Faculty are not required to provide special allowances to accommodate students during the period that Moodle access is suspended.

Withdrawing from a course within the publicized add/drop refund period

Students who wish to withdraw from a registered course and receive a tuition/fees adjustment must initiate the necessary process with their academic advisor. In some cases, financial aid that has been awarded or disbursed to the student may require adjustment.

Withdrawing from a course after the publicized deadline for a refund

Students who wish to withdraw from a scheduled course after the publicized add/drop period must complete the necessary process with their academic advisor. In some cases, financial aid that has been awarded or disbursed to the student may require adjustment.

Withdrawal from College

Official withdrawals.

Students who wish to withdraw from the College must contact their academic advisor or the Registrar's Office.

When students officially withdraw from the College or stop attending all of their classes during the early weeks of the semester, they may be eligible to be assessed only a percentage of costs assessed for the term; they may also be eligible to retain a percentage of their federal, state and institutional financial aid to assist them with the payment of their costs due to the College.

Students must officially withdraw by using the appropriate forms and completing the withdrawal process. When students complete the official withdrawal process, the date on which the withdrawal form is received is used to determine the percentage of tuition and other account charges the College will assess. Students who wish to withdraw from the College should contact their advisor or the Registrar’s Office and complete the official withdrawal process.

If an amount owed is still owed after withdrawal, the payment must be received, or payment arrangements must be made within 30 days of notification of the withdrawal date or the student's account will be considered delinquent.

College Initiated Withdrawals

The College reserves the right to administratively withdraw a student for reasons such as non-payment, disciplinary, academic, lack of engagement, or other extenuating circumstances.

Unofficial Withdrawals

When it is not possible for students to complete the official withdrawal process or they stop attending their classes without providing notice, the College will determine their withdrawal date once the College becomes aware that a student is no longer attending classes.

The Official withdrawal date will be determined in one of the following ways:

• The date the student began the process or official notified the College of intent to withdraw; or
• The midpoint of the semester for a student who leaves without notifying the College; or
• The student’s last date of an academic related activity

The following account charges are eligible for proration ("COSTS ELIGIBLE FOR PRORATION"):

• Housing charge (prorated per day until the last day to drop (Full Term))
• Meal plan (prorated per meal until the last day to drop (Full Term))

The following account charges are not eligible for proration and are assessed at 100%:

• Program fees
• Online per hour fee
• New student fee
• Course fees
• Disciplinary fines
• Housing fines
• Books purchased in the online Bookstore
• Library fines
• Supplies purchased in the Saints Stop
• Clinical makeup fees
• Laptop rental/purchase through the College
• Challenge exam fees
• Parking fines
• Transcript fees
•   Tuition deposit  

Proration Dates

The FAO performs a calculation of return of Title IV funds that is separate from the College refund calculation. That policy is in the Financial Aid Office section of the College Catalog.

Refer to the institutional policy on students called to active duty under Academic Policies, Active Duty .

A college or university that received qualified tuition and related expenses on your behalf is required to file Form 1098-T with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).  Educational institutions are required to file and furnish a Form 1098-T to students whom payments for qualified billed tuition and related expenses were received in the calendar year.  The information being reported to the IRS verifies your enrollment with regard to certain eligibility criteria for the American Opportunity Tax Credit, the Lifetime Learning Tax Credit and the Higher Education Tuition and Fees Deduction. However, the enrollment information by itself does not establish eligibility for either credit or deduction. Students will receive their 1098-T statement electronically, no paper 1098-T statement will be mailed. When statements are ready, an email will be sent to students with instructions on how to access 1098-T statement online.

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What are Presentation College's Tuition and Fees?

What does it cost to attend Presentation College? Below we’ve mapped out the tuition, fees, and room and board that will help you understand how much you will pay for Presentation College. We’ve also included financial aid information to help you pay for college. If you’d like to get a personal estimated cost of attendance based on your situation, use our free cost calculator .

What does it cost to attend Presentation College?

Net price breakdown.

The Net Price is the estimated cost after the average aid amount is applied to the total amount.

Published costs and averages can be misleading: they don’t fully account for your family’s finances (for financial aid) or your academic profile (for scholarships).

Want to see your personalized net cost after financial aid and scholarships?

Sticker Price Breakdown

The sticker price is the advertised price of the school. You may not have to pay the full sticker price if you get financial aid or scholarships.

Annual cost

What’s the final cost (net price).

You and your family will have to pay the EFC plus any portion of the Financial Need that the college isn’t able to offer you.

Here is an example of the net price

Financial aid for presentation college.

Financial Aid can come in four ways: Grants, Scholarships, Student Loans, and Work-Study.

Grants can be given out by the federal government, your state, or the college and are based on your financial need. Grants do not need to be repaid.

Merit Scholarships

Scholarships are awarded based on your your financial need or academic achievements. They do not need to be repaid but you may have to reapply for them each year.

Student Loans

Student loans are sums of money given to students to help them pay for college now. You must pay this money back later with interest.

Work-study is when you work during the school year, typically an on-campus job. The money you make pays a part of the tuition. It’s a great opportunity, but it’s not free.

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Presentation College Tuition and Financial Aid

This guide is designed to answer one question for you: How are you going to afford Presentation College?

You probably know that planning for expenses is an important part of the college application process. What you may not know is how many different things you need to keep track of to pay tuition and apply for financial aid.

Here's what we'll cover:

• How much does Presentation College tuition cost ?
• How much financial aid do students at Presentation College usually get?
• How much debt is typical for students at Presentation College?
• How much will Presentation College cost YOU, and can you actually afford it ?
• Is Presentation College a good value for you?
• What are other schools that might be a better value than Presentation College?

By learning more about expenses and aid, you’re already on the right path to managing college costs. Let’s get started!

School location: Aberdeen, SD

How Much Does Presentation College Cost?

Knowing what a school costs is Step #1 in managing college costs. There’s more to think about than just the tuition —you also have to factor in where you'll live, what you'll eat, and more while attending Presentation College.

The "Cost of Attendance" is the total amount of money the average student has to pay, WITHOUT any financial aid, to attend a particular school. Think of it as a school’s sticker price. It includes not just Presentation College tuition and fees, but also room, board, textbooks, and personal expenses.

Here’s the Cost of Attendance breakdown for Presentation College:

• Tuition and Fees $17014 $17014
• Board $3000
• Textbooks $1900
• Other Expenses $3000
• Typical Total Cost for On-Campus Students Typical Total Cost for On-Campus Students $28914 $28914
• Typical Total Cost for Off-Campus Students Typical Total Cost for Off-Campus Students $28914 $28914

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How Much Financial Aid Do Students at Presentation College Get?

The Cost of Attendance listed above might be intimidating. The good news is that most students don’t end up paying that full price to attend Presentation College. Financial aid helps make up the difference between the Cost of Attendance and what families can actually afford.

Here we'll cover how many students get Presentation College financial aid, what types of aid they get, and how much.

A Brief Intro to Financial Aid

Aid comes in many forms, including:

• Need-based grants
• Merit-based scholarships
• Student loans

This financial aid comes from a few different places:

• Federal aid comes from the federal government, or is subsidized by the federal government.
• Institutional aid comes from your school itself.

Generally, it’s better for MORE students to receive HIGH amounts of financial aid —this means students pay less for college.

Let’s take a look at how Presentation College compares to other schools.

Overall Aid

Let's start with the overall numbers. At Presentation College, we know that:

99% of Students Get ANY Aid

This is 7% HIGHER than the average for Private not-for-profit schools, which is 92% .

This is good news - more students getting financial aid means students at Presentation College are likely getting a pretty good deal on their education . It could also mean the school skews toward lower income students.

Next, we'll look at actual aid amounts and student debt to dig deeper.

Grants and Scholarships

We’re focusing on grants and scholarships first because they’re the most important forms of financial aid. Grants and scholarships are better than loans because students don’t ever have to pay them back . The more grant/scholarship aid students receive at a particular school, the better off those students are in the long run.

At Presentation College, we know that:

96% Get ANY Grant Money

This is 7% HIGHER than the average for Private not-for-profit schools, which is 89% .

Although it’s useful to know how many students get grant aid, it’s also important to know how much grant aid people tend to receive. The bigger the average grant award, the better .

So how much grant money do students at Presentation College tend to receive?

Average Grant Award: $6490

This is $9998 LOWER than the average for Private not-for-profit schools, which is $16488 .

Altogether, this is mixed news - at Presentation College, MORE students get aid, but the ones who do get LESS than average. This may mean that it's easier for you to qualify for Presentation College financial aid, but the help you get will be lower than at other schools.

How Generous is Presentation College’s Financial Aid?

The grant dollar amounts we’ve seen so far have included aid from all sources - both federal and institutional. Schools don’t have much control over how much federal aid students can qualify for (like Pell Grants), but they do their own financial aid dollars and how they’re used.

To figure out how strong Presentation College’s own financial aid program is, we’ll look at how they award their own (non-federal) financial aid dollars. The more students receive aid directly from the school (otherwise known as institutional aid), and the bigger the award amounts, the better the financial aid program.

Let’s see how generous Presentation College is with its students:

87% Get ANY School Grants

This is 5% HIGHER than the average for Private not-for-profit schools, which is 82% .

Because more Presentation College students get institutional aid, it likely offers relatively competitive financial aid . This means fewer students will need to take out loans to pay for college.

The amount of money that students actually get is just as important (if not more important) than the percent of students who get grants. If you receive a grant, you’ll want it to be big enough to do you some good.

Average School Grant: $4433

This is $9366 LOWER than the average for Private not-for-profit schools, which is $13799 .

Right away, it seems like Presentation College offers less institutional aid than other schools. This can mean a few things: first, students who do receive institutional grants may not get a competitive amount , compared to other schools.

Second, this can also mean that the school just costs less than the typical school of its type. If the school costs less, it makes sense for the average grant award to be lower.

Up to this point, we've looked entirely at grants for Presentation College. Next, we'll do the same analysis for student loans, which is where student debt comes from.

How Much Debt is Typical for Students at Presentation College?

Aside from grants, the other major way to pay for college is with student loans. Student loans aren’t free sums of money - you borrow a certain amount to attend Presentation College, and then pay it back with smaller monthly payments after you graduate.

The more student loan money you borrow, the more debt you’ll end up with after graduation . Ideally, you want to minimize your student debt as much as possible. Less debt means less of a financial burden once you leave school.

It’s generally a bad sign if a school has many students taking out a lot of loans. This indicates that graduates have to worry about paying back big sums of money once they leave school.

To address the amount and type of debt that students take on, this section will cover:

Loan Overview

Federal loans.

• Other Loans

Let’s see what students at Presentation College have to deal with:

First, let’s talk about how many students at Presentation College actually have to take out any student loans at all. The ideal goal is to graduate with little to no debt.

It’s very common for college grads in the US to graduate with some debt, but high percentages of students taking on loans at a particular school is a big red flag . In contrast, low percentages of students with loans is a sign that Presentation College tuition is affordable.

So how many students actually end up taking out loans at Presentation College?

82% Have ANY Loans

This is 16% higher than the average for Private not-for-profit schools, which is 66% .

High numbers of students with loans is a red flag, and Presentation College is above average. It doesn’t necessarily mean that students end up with high amounts of debt - we’ll get to that question very shortly - but it suggests that Presentation College is less affordable for the average student .

To break this down further, we have to understand how much actual debt the average person takes out while in school. Next, we’ll look at student debt amounts.

Now that you have a handle on the basic loan information for Presentation College, we’ll get into some more nitty-gritty information on the types and amounts of loans that students typically have.

We’ll start with federal loans because, in general, federal loans are preferable to private loans . Federal loans tend to have low interest rates, which means they cost less in the long run. They may come with other perks (like subsidization or even options for loan forgiveness).

High percentages or amounts of federal loans still isn’t a great sign - again, you don’t want to see students burdened with too much debt. Generally, schools with strong financial aid programs will have students with more federal loans than private loans .

Let’s see how Presentation College stacks up:

82% Have Federal Loans

At Presentation College, 82% of all students take out federal loans. This is 17% HIGHER than the average percent of students for Private not-for-profit schools, which is 65% .

Average Federal Loan: $6189

At Presentation College, the average annual federal loan amount is $6189 . This amount is $112 MORE than the average for Private not-for-profit schools, which is $6077 .

Other Private Loans

Other loans, or private loans, are the last resource students turn to when paying for college. They’re the least preferable form of financial aid because they have higher interest rates and cost students the most money in the long run .

Generally, the fewer students who take private loans, and the lower the amount of the loan, the more affordable Presentation College is.

Let’s take a look at the percentage of students at Presentation College with non-federal loans:

13% Have Private Loans

At Presentation College, 13% of students take out private loans. This is 4% HIGHER than the average for Private not-for-profit schools, which is 9%

Just as important as the percentage of students with private loans is the average loan amount. The smaller the average loan amount, the better:

Average Private Loan: $7802

The average private loan amount at Presentation College is $7802. This is $3642 LOWER than the average for Private not-for-profit schools, which is $11444 .

The percentage of students getting federal loans is greater than those getting private loans, which is a good sign . This means lower-interest federal loans are usually enough to pay for Presentation College.

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What Would It Cost YOU to Attend Presentation College?

Finally, we get to the bottom line: what will Presentation College actually cost YOU? Every family has a different situation, and depending on your income level, you'll have to pay more or less to go to college.

What is Net Price, and Why Does it Matter?

Above, we've covered Presentation College's Cost of Attendance (tuition, room and board, books, and more). We also covered its typical financial aid in grants, loans, and scholarships.

The Net Price is the total cost minus the total aid given. In other words, this is the price you have to pay to the school out of pocket . The lower the school's cost, and the more aid you get, the lower the Net Price.

We'll cover two ways to get your Net Price for Presentation College - the fast way, and the precise way.

Net Price: The Quick and Easy Way

If you want a quick, general idea of your annual Net Price at Presentation College, here's a handy chart showing the net price of real students. All you need is your family income.

Note that these values may be a few years old, and today's prices may be a bit higher.

As we'll discuss next, your exact Net Price will depend on other factors like the number of family members and total assets, but this represents the typical Net Price.

Net Price: The Most Accurate Method

Most schools have an updated Net Price calculator available. To find it, just google "Presentation College Net Price Calculator" - the official tool should be one of the top search results.

Often the school will ask for more information than just income:

• The number of people in your household
• The number of family members in college
• Parental wages, income, and assets
• Student wages, income, and assets

This will take 10-15 minutes to complete, and you'll get a specific net price that's more accurate than the table above.

Can You Afford to Attend Presentation College?

Once you have a Net Price estimate, you’ll want to figure out whether your family can afford to pay Presentation College tuition and costs. Once again, the Net Price is the total cost of attending, minus the aid you can expect to get (grants and scholarships). It's the amount you'd have to cover yourself.

The US government has come up with a standardized way to calculate how much a typical family can afford to pay without help. They call this the Expected Family Contribution, or EFC .

As an example, a family that brings home $80,000 in income before taxes, with no assets and no other children in college, has an EFC of around $7,000. This is the amount the government thinks that family can reasonably pay, and the school will have to step in and cover the rest.

Colleges use this number as a guideline to decide how much aid to give you, but it's just a guideline. Some schools will be stingier with aid, and you'll have to pay more than the government's suggested EFC.

So we're going to calculate your EFC and compare it to Presentation College's Net Price. If the Net Price is higher than the EFC, the school will cost more than you can typically afford. It's a simple equation:

Net Price - Expected Family Contribution = Deficit (extra cost you would need to cover)

We've constructed a simple tool to figure out whether Presentation College is affordable for you:

Affordability Calculator

This tool will calculate your Expected Family Contribution, or EFC. In order to calculate this amount, we need just 4 pieces of information from you. We won't save this data.

1) What is your family’s gross income before taxes?

2) What is your family’s net worth? Include cash, investments, and net worth of businesses. Don't include the value of your home.

3) How many people are in your family in total?

4) Finally, how many people in your family are currently in college , including you but not including your parents?

Your Affordability Results

According to the information you’ve entered above, your Expected Family Contribution should be about $ . This is the amount that the federal government thinks you can afford to pay for school.

Please note this tool is only an approximation, and your personal situation may cause your EFC to vary. The most accurate way to get EFC is to use the FAFSA Caster tool , which can take 10-15 minutes to complete.

The typical Net Price at Presentation College for your income level is $ .

The difference between the Net Price and your Expected Family Contribution is $ 0)">, which is the amount you’d have to make up for in outside scholarships, loans, a job, or other methods of payment. , which is negative and means the net price is below what your family can comfortably afford.

Unfortunately, it looks like your estimated Net Price to attend Presentation College is significantly greater than your EFC. This means Presentation College may be more expensive than what your family can comfortably afford by at least $10,000 per year.

This doesn’t mean that it’s financially impossible to attend this school. Your EFC may be higher from our quick estimate above. Also, you may be able to cover much of your expenses with loans, outside scholarships, or a job.

But over four years, $ is still a sizable amount, and if you have to take out loans, it may take many years to pay off.

Therefore, it's still worthwhile to consider your options. Is Presentation College really the best value education? Are there more affordable schools that can also give you a better education? We'll discuss this next.

It looks like your estimated Net Price to attend Presentation College is higher than your calculated Expected Family Contribution, but by a reasonable amount that's between $5,000 and $10,000 per year.

This is good news! Paying for Presentation College may be feasible with minor cost-cutting, a part-time job, or outside scholarships.

Over four years, $ is still a significant amount, but a manageable amount to pay off even if you took out loans.

It's still useful to use the school's official Net Price calculator to figure this out, but things are looking good. And even though you can afford Presentation College, it's still worthwhile to consider whether there are any schools that will offer even more value. We'll discuss this next.

Hooray! It looks like your estimated Net Price to attend Presentation College is just a tad higher than your Expected Family Contribution, below $5,000 a year.

This is great news! It means attending Presentation College is feasible for you by taking out a small amount of loans, or possibly working a part-time job. Over four years, $ is still a significant amount to cover, but manageable to pay off with your job after college, even if you took out loans.

It's still useful to search for the official Net Price calculator at Presentation College to get the most accurate estimate, but you're in good shape.

Even though you can afford Presentation College, when making such an important financial decision, it’s important to think about the actual value of the education. Are there any schools of higher value than Presentation College? We'll find out more below.

Great news! Your Net Price to attend Presentation College is less than your Expected Family Contribution. This means your family should be able to afford the cost of college without much of a problem.

You can pay for college through a variety of ways. For example, your family can pay out of pocket, and you'll graduate without loans. Or, if you want to be more independent, you can still take out loans or take a part-time job to pay for part of the costs. In any case, you should be in good financial shape to attend Presentation College.

Since we've been using estimations so far, it's still useful for you to look for Presentation College's official Net Price calculator to double-check our math.

Even though you can comfortably afford Presentation College, it’s important to think about the value of the education you’ll be receiving as well. What schools offer a better education than Presentation College or are even more affordable? We'll find out below.

Finally: Is This Price Really Worth It?

Chances are, college won't be cheap. Even if you have a few top choice schools in mind like Presentation College, it's still useful to explore broadly.

A few questions to ponder:

• How much better off will you be if you attend Presentation College as opposed to a similar, but cheaper, school?
• Have you considered a range of private and public schools? Big and small?
• What if you didn't attend college at all? (This is extreme, but just worth considering even for a second.

Here's our take: college will be a really important stage in your development. Going to a better, more reputable college will usually pay off in the long run. By going to a better college, you'll be surrounded by a more interesting community, find it easier to land a job, and open up opportunities.

To determine the value of Presentation College, we're going to rely on reputable ranking lists. These consider factors like reputation, student selectivity, income after graduating, and more to determine the value of a school.

Value Judgment

So how does Presentation College stack up?

Medium Value

Based primarily on its academic reputation, we consider Presentation College a medium value school , placing it in the top 50% of schools in terms of value.

As a regional school, Presentation College may not be a household name nationwide, but it's known to people in the local area as a solid school . You're likely to have a pretty good education and graduate with a good start toward the rest of your career.

Compared to some other regional schools, Presentation College didn't appear on our best value lists . This might be because the net price is higher than for other schools of similar reputation. This isn't the end of the world - you can likely still afford Presentation College by taking out loans, earning scholarships, or working part-time. And you should still see what kind of offer they can make you.

Overall, Presentation College is a decent value, and going to college here will likely pay off over time. However, if you can get into a better school, with a better reputation and lower price, this can really make a big difference in your life.

How Do You Get In?

To meet Presentation College's admission requirements, you'll need to have competitive SAT/ACT scores and a good GPA. Otherwise, you won't meet their bar of quality.

How do you compare to other students accepted to Presentation College? Check out our Admissions Guide to Presentation College .

What Other Schools Should You Consider?

Your next step should be to get a better idea of costs and aid availability at similar schools. If you’re interested in Presentation College, you should check out some other high-value schools that could give you more bang for your buck. Get started here to check both in-state and out-of-state schools that might provide a better value.

Better Value Schools

Finally, we're going to look at schools that might offer a better value than Presentation College. To compile this list, we first find schools at similar academic levels, so you have a similar chance at getting in. Then we select schools that better value for you, by being more affordable or having a higher quality of education

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Presentation College Tuition and Fees

Cost of Attendance

Presentation College is known for offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in a variety of streams, providing excellent training to students. Compared to the tuition fees charged at most institutions, the expense of education at PC is quite moderate. As per the 2020 - 2021 official information, the average cost for the undergraduate courses offered at the college adds up to about $21,375, which includes the total tuition fees and other expenses. While housing costs $9,837, the charges for books and supplies and other expenses stand at $1,240 and $2,900, respectively.

Total Cost of Attendance

Students should understand that the tuition fees charged for their degree programs is not the only expense that is involved in the cost of attending the university. They must plan for several other expenses that accompany the cost of attendance such as lodging, dining, textbooks, supplies, and the cost of living, among others. For students attending the university, the total tuition and fees for one year add up to about $21,375. Apart from that, they should also pay an average amount of $1,240 toward books and supplies, $8,988 for room and boarding charges, and $2,900 toward other expenses in a year. Therefore, the estimated cost of attendance for one year at PC is around $34,503, as per the available information.

Average Net Price by Family Income

Family Income

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$0 to $30,000

$30,001 to $48,000

$48,001 to $75,000

$75,001 to $110,000

The net price of attending Presentation College is nothing but the actual amount that the students are required to pay in a year. It depends upon the annual family income of the applicant. The net cost to be borne is typically higher for candidates whose family income is comparatively higher. So, it all essentially depends on the family income bracket of the student. At PC, the average net price is estimated to be around $21,798. The net price for students with an annual family income below $30,000 is reported to be around $21,141. For the individuals who come under the $30,001-$48,000 income category, the net cost is $18,960. Meanwhile, the net price stands at $21,899 for the $48,001-$75,000 income bracket and at $24,661 for an income between $75,001 and $110,000. This amount adds up to $22,962 for students whose annual family income is more than $110,000.

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To have a realistic understanding of how much it will cost to study at Presentation College here is an example one can consider to estimate the payment amounts one will incur with a student loan. Take a loan of $70,548 for example. This will result in a $8,786 payment to be made each year. We can assume that the interest rate is 4.5% post any refinancing or consolidation activities with a 10 years repayment plan. Then the total payment made towards the loan is $87,856 which is $17,308 in addition to the principal amount, which constitutes the interest payment made throughout the life of the loan.

Undergraduate Tuition and Fees

For students pursuing undergraduate courses at Presentation College, the tuition and fees are estimated to be $21,375 per year. They would also be required to pay around $8,988 for their room and boarding expenses. In this way, for one year, the total cost for undergraduate students comes to around $34,503.

Graduate Tuition and Fees

As for the students looking to enroll in postgraduate programs at PC, the tuition and fees they are charged add up to $17,854 per year. This sum includes their graduate tuition of $15,576 and the graduation fees of $2,278 as well.

Cost Per Credit Hour

The graduate and undergraduate courses have a varying cost per credit hour – which is the total program cost divided by the total number of credit hours of the program – that the student has to pay to attend PC. As per the 2019-2020 fee structure, the cost per credit hour for graduate courses is $297 and for undergraduate courses, it stands at $164. At present, Presentation College also offers various online programs to students across as many as 30 different majors.

Campus Housing Expenses

As far as the housing and related charges at PC are concerned, these expenses vary depending on whether the candidate chooses to live on-campus or off-campus. Students have to pay $12,737 per year for on-campus housing and $11,040 a year for off-campus lodging facilities. The room and boarding charges for on-campus students come to around $9,837, while the off-campus candidates would need to pay $8,140. In addition to that, the candidates will have to pay an amount of about $1,240 for books and supplies. Meanwhile, the other expenses that a student needs to plan for add up to $2,900.

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Online Degree Programs, Tuition and Cost Per Credit Summary

Presentation College offers 6 online programs across 3 Majors.

Projected Price for a 4 year degree

A four-year undergraduate course as well as living expenses at PC are projected to cost around $173,896 as per official data. In comparison, the total expenses for undergraduate students stood at $21,798 for 2018-2019, $21,067 for 2017-2018, and $19,332 for 2016-2017.

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Presentation College is a higher education institution located in Brown County, SD . In 2021, the most popular Bachelors Degree concentrations at Presentation College were Registered Nursing (93 degrees awarded), Other Business, Management, Marketing, & Related Support Services (13 degrees), and Speech Communication & Rhetoric (7 degrees).

In 2021, 173 degrees were awarded across all undergraduate and graduate programs at Presentation College. 71.1% of these degrees were awarded to women, and 28.9% awarded men. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients was white (134 degrees), 8.93 times more than then the next closest race/ethnicity group, black or african american (15 degrees).

The median undergraduate tuition at Presentation College is $21,626, which is $7,126 more than the national average for Special Focus Institutions ($14,500).

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In 2021, the median undergraduate tuition at Presentation College is $21,626, which is $7,126 more than the national average for Special Focus Institutions ($14,500).

After taking grants and loans into account, the average net price for students is $27,204.

In 2021, 86% of undergraduate students attending Presentation College received financial aid through grants. Comparatively, 68% of undergraduate students received financial aid through loans.

Tuition Costs

In 2021, the cost of tuition at Presentation College was $21,626. The cost of tuition at Presentation College is $7,126 more than than the overall (public and private) national average for Special Focus Institutions ($14,500).

This chart compares the tuition costs of Presentation College (in red) with those of other similar universities.

Average Net Price

In 2021 Presentation College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $27,204. Between 2020 and 2021, the average net price of Presentation College grew by 22.8%.

This chart compares the average net price of Presentation College (in red) with that of other similar universities.

Average net price is calculated from full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded a grant or scholarship from federal, state or local governments, or the institution.

Other Student Expenses

The average yearly cost of room and board at Presentation College was of $9,256 in 2021. The cost of room and board increased by 2.98% between 2020 and 2021.

During the same period, the average yearly cost of books and supplies was $1,278. The cost of books and supplies increased by 3.06% during the same period.

This chart compares the average student costs at Presentation College (in red) with that of similar universities.

Financial Aid by Income Level

86% of undergraduate students at Presentation College received financial aid through grants or loans in 2021. This represents a growth of 11.7% with respect to 2020, when 77% of undergraduate students received financial aid.

This chart compares the average award discount at Presentation College (in red) with that of other similar universities.

The average award discount is the ratio between the average grant or scholarship value, and the cost, which is the sum of out-of-state tuition, room, board, book, supplies, and other expenses.

Student Loan Default Rate

In 2019 the default rate for borrower's at Presentation College was 2.62%, which represents 8 out of the 305 total borrowers.

A cohort default rate is the percentage of a school's borrowers who enter repayment on certain Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program or William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program loans during a particular federal fiscal year (FY), October 1 to September 30, and default or meet other specified conditions prior to the end of the second following fiscal year.

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Presentation College received 638 undergraduate applications in 2021, which represents a 66.6% annual growth. Out of those 638 applicants, 598 students were accepted for enrollment, representing a 93.7% acceptance rate.

There were 577 students enrolled at Presentation College in 2021. 12% of first-time enrollees submitted SAT scores with their applications.

Presentation College has an overall enrollment yield of 16.6%, which represents the number of admitted students who ended up enrolling.

Acceptance Rate

In 2021, the undergraduate acceptance rate of Presentation College was 93.7% (598 admissions from 638 applications). This is higher than the acceptance rate of 2020, which was 93.2%. Between 2020 and 2021, the number of applicants grew by 66.6%, while admissions grew by 67.5%..

This chart compares the acceptance rate of Presentation College (in red) with that of other similar universities, and the chart below shows the acceptance rate by gender.

12% of enrolled first-time students at Presentation College in 2021 submitted SAT scores with their applications.

This chart shows the SAT scores for the 25th and 75th percentile of applicants broken out into each section of the test that their are evaluated on.

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Presentation College had a total enrollment of 577 students in 2021. The full-time enrollment at Presentation College is 382 students and the part-time enrollment is 195. This means that 66.2% of students enrolled at Presentation College are enrolled full-time.

The enrolled student population at Presentation College, both undergraduate and graduate, is 64% White, 10.7% Black or African American, 9.36% Two or More Races, 4.51% Hispanic or Latino, 3.81% American Indian or Alaska Native, 2.25% Asian, and 0.52% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders.

Students enrolled at Presentation College in full-time Undergraduate programs are most commonly White Female (30.9%), followed by White Male (27.2%) and Black or African American Male (10.7%). Students enrolled in full-time Graduate programs are most commonly White Female (85.7%), followed by American Indian or Alaska Native Male (14.3%).

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at Presentation College in 2021, both undergraduate and graduate, is 577 students. The full-time enrollment at Presentation College is 382 and the part-time enrollment is 195. This means that 66.2% of students enrolled at Presentation College are enrolled full-time compared with 69.7% at similar Special Focus Institutions .

This chart shows the full-time vs part-time enrollment status at Presentation College (in red) compares to similar universities.

Retention Rate over Time

Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall. The retention rate for full-time undergraduates at Presentation College was 51%. Compared with the full-time retention rate at similar Special Focus Institutions (69%), Presentation College had a retention rate lower than its peers.

This chart shows the retention rate over time at Presentation College (highlighted in red) compares to similar universities.

Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity

• White 369 enrolled students
• Black or African American 62 enrolled students
• Two or More Races 54 enrolled students

The enrolled student population at Presentation College is 64% White, 10.7% Black or African American, 9.36% Two or More Races, 4.51% Hispanic or Latino, 3.81% American Indian or Alaska Native, 2.25% Asian, and 0.52% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders. This includes both full-time and part-time students as well as graduate and undergraduates. By comparison, enrollment for all Special Focus Institutions is 43.6% White, 18.4% Hispanic or Latino, and 14% Black or African American.

learning Graduates

In 2021, 73 more women than men received degrees from Presentation College. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients at Presentation College is white (134 degrees awarded). There were 8.93 times more white recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, black or african american (15 degrees).

The most common Bachelor's Degree concentration at Presentation College is Registered Nursing (93 degrees awarded), followed by Other Business, Management, Marketing, & Related Support Services (13 degrees) and Speech Communication & Rhetoric (7 degrees).

In 2021,  the most specialized majors across all degree types at Presentation College, meaning they have significantly more degrees awarded in that concentration than the national average across all institutions, are Physical Sciences (7 degrees awarded), Parks, Recreation, & Leisure (10 degrees), and Health (110 degrees).

Common Jobs by Major

The most common jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at Presentation College are Registered nurses (1,438,923 people), Physicians (558,588 people), Other managers (332,260 people), Postsecondary teachers (268,235 people), and Elementary & middle school teachers (221,695 people).

The most specialized majors at Presentation College in 2021 are Physical Sciences (7 degrees awarded), Parks, Recreation, & Leisure (10 degrees), Health (110 degrees), Communications (7 degrees), and Biology (8 degrees) (as of 2021).

Highest Paying Jobs by Major

The highest paying jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at Presentation College are Surgeons , Nuclear medicine technologists and medical dosimetrists , Physicians , Chief executives & legislators , and Dental assistants

The most specialized majors at Presentation College are Physical Sciences (7 degrees awarded), Parks, Recreation, & Leisure (10 degrees), Health (110 degrees), Communications (7 degrees), and Biology (8 degrees) (as of 2021).

Common Industries by Major

The most common industries for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at Presentation College are General medical and surgical hospitals, and specialty (except psychiatric and substance abuse) hospitals (2,035,670 people), Colleges, universities & professional schools, including junior colleges (632,192 people), Elementary & secondary schools (611,460 people), Offices of physicians (422,146 people), and Outpatient care centers (351,385 people).

Majors Awarded

• Registered Nursing 93 degrees awarded
• Other Business, Management, Marketing, & Related Support Services 13 degrees awarded
• Speech Communication & Rhetoric 7 degrees awarded

In 2021, the most common bachelors degree concentration at Presentation College was Registered Nursing with 93 degrees awarded.

This visualization illustrates the percentage of degree-majors recipients from bachelors degree programs at Presentation College according to their major.

Sex Breakdown for Common Majors

In 2021, 50 degrees were awarded to men at Presentation College, which is 0.407 times less than the number of degrees awarded to females (123).

This chart displays the sex disparity between the top 5 majors at Presentation College by degrees awarded.

Most Common Male Majors

In 2021, 12 degrees were awarded to men at Presentation College in Other Business, Management, Marketing, & Related Support Services , which is 3 times more than the 4 female recipients with that same degree.

Most Common Female Majors

In 2021, 82 degrees were awarded to men at Presentation College in Registered Nursing , which is 7.45 times more than the 11 male recipients with that same degree.

Time to Complete

In 2021, 21% of students graduating from Presentation College completed their program within 100% "normal time" (i.e. 4 years for a 4-year degree). Comparatively, 28% completed their degrees within 150% of the normal time, and 28% within 200%.

The following chart shows these completion rates over time compared to the average for the Special Focus Institutions Carnegie Classification group.

Graduation rate is defined as the percentage of full-time, first-time students who received a degree or award within a specific percentage of "normal time" to completion for their program.

Graduation Rate by Race and Sex

The student demographic with the highest graduation rate in 2021 at Presentation College is Female and American Indian or Alaska Native (66.7% graduation rate). Across all Special Focus Institutions , Asian Female students have the highest graduation rate (72.9%).

The department of education defines graduation rate as the percentage of full-time, first-time students who received a degree or award within 150% of "normal time" to completion.

Race & Ethnicity by Share

• White 134 degrees awarded
• Black or African American 15 degrees awarded
• Hispanic or Latino 8 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity at Presentation College is white (134 degrees awarded). There were 8.93 times more white recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, black or african american (15 degrees).

1.16% of degree recipients (2 students) did not report their race.

Race & Ethnicity by Sex

• White Female 99 degrees awarded
• White Male 35 degrees awarded
• Black or African American Male 9 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity and sex grouping at Presentation College is white female (99 degrees awarded). There were 2.83 times more white female recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, white male (35 degrees).

briefcase Operations

Presentation College has an endowment valued at nearly $14.2M, as of the end of the 2021 fiscal year. The return on its endowment was of 2.71M (19.1%) compared to the 4.56% average return (574k on 12.6M) across all Special Focus Institutions .

In 2021, Presentation College had a total salary expenditure of 13.9M. Presentation College employs 20 Instructors, 5 Assistant professors and 4 Associate professors. Most academics at Presentation College are Female Instructor (20), Female Assistant professor (4), and Male Professor (3).

The most common positions for non-instructional staff at Presentation College are: Community, Social Service, Legal, Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports and Media, with 20 employees, Librarians, Curators, Archivists, and Academic Affairs and Other Education Services, with 15 employees, and Management with 6 employees.

Presentation College has an endowment valued at about $14.2M, as of the end of the 2021 fiscal year. The endowment of Presentation College grew 13.4% from the previous year. The value of their endowment was $1.56M higher than than the median endowment of Special Focus Institutions according to the Carnegie Classification grouping.

This line chart shows how the endowment at Presentation College (in red) compares to that of some similar universities.

The small bar chart below shows the endowment quintiles for all universities in the Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools Carnegie Classification grouping.

Salary Expenditure

In 2021, Presentation College paid a median of $5.89M in salaries, which represents 42.2% of their overall expenditure ($13.9M) and a 10.4% decline from the previous year.

The median for similar Special Focus Institutions is 3.06M (42.8% of overall expenditures).

Instructional Salaries

In 2021, Presentation College paid a total of $1.49M to 32 employees working as instructors, which represents 25.3% of all salaries paid.

This is compared to a median of $871k (28.4%) for similar Special Focus Institutions.

Occupations by Share

In 2021, the most common positions for instructional staff at Presentation College were Instructor with 20 employees, Assistant professor with 5 employees, and Associate professor with 4 employees.

In 2021, the most common positions for non-instructional staff at Presentation College were Community, Social Service, Legal, Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports and Media with 20 employees, Librarians, Curators, Archivists, and Academic Affairs and Other Education Services with 15 employees, and Management with 6 employees.

Instructors by Academic Rank and Sex

• Female Instructor
• Female Assistant professor
• Male Professor

In 2021, the most common demographic for instructional staff at Presentation College was Female Instructor with 20 employees, Female Assistant professor with 4 employees, and Male Professor with 3 employees.

This chart shows the sex split between each academic rank present at Presentation College.

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Presentation College

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• Enrollment Size: < 1000
• Acceptance Rate: Not Selective (99%)
• Yield: Very High (52%)
• Graduation rate: Moderate (41%)
• Retention rate: Moderate (59%)
• Web site: www.presentation.edu
• Location: Aberdeen, SD
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That expensive sticker price can be extremely misleading and does not usually represent the true cost of Presentation College. The reality is that a huge percentage of students who attend Presentation College do not pay that number.

What you are most likely concerned with is what you and your family will pay for Presentation College, which is dependent on a range of factors from family income to state residency.

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How much is Presentation College tuition?

The average annual cost for students at Presentation College is $20699. The dictionary definition of average annual cost covers expenses like tuition, books and fees, and other miscellaneous items. That’s an important distinction from the total cost of attending Presentation College.

Essentially, tuition is only what you pay to attend classes at Presentation College. The annual charge of $N/A often excludes dozens of other expenses. Therefore, the true cost of Presentation College is much higher than either of these prices (more on this later).

At the same time, however, tuition does not take into account factors that can help a student or family afford college, such as scholarships, student loans and grants.

Therefore, although an important benchmark, the $20375 for Presentation College is likely not a good indicator of what you can expect to pay if you attend the school.

What is the total cost of Presentation College?

If you’re already thinking of this question, you’re one step ahead of us! And you’re on the right track… .The total cost of attending Presentation College is $N/A and is much more indicative of how much you will pay over the course of one year to attend the school - with one BIG caveat: total cost excludes financial supports that help reduce the cost of attending school, like scholarships at Presentation College .

Still, if you do not plan on receiving financial aid, student loans and the like then the Presentation College cost of attendance is the best indicator to consider.

What does the total cost of Presentation College include?

The total cost of Presentation College includes tuition and other common, material expenses, like textbooks and supplies, room and board, and meal costs, minus the average amount of financial aid and scholarships.

Importantly, this does not reflect the price you will likely pay based on your income bracket.

What is the price of room and board at Presentation College?

The cost of rooming and dorms at Presentation College is $5880

The cost of meals at Presentation College is $3245.

Presentation College does not fully report room and boarding charges.

How can I afford Presentation College?

You should use a variety of financial tools to offset the cost of Presentation College.

It’s easy to lose track of all the assets at your disposal, but the most common can be categorized into grants, loans, and scholarships.

At Presentation College, 0.4113% of students receive a pell grant. Furthermore, 0.7648% of students borrow federal student loans to help pay for the school.

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How much will I pay for Presentation College?

This is the million dollar question - literally! Presentation College students pay a variety of prices to attend the institution, as you already know. A very easy way to determine an average price you can expect to pay is by using your average family income and comparing it to the table below.

For additional insight, try using the Presentation College net price calculator.

How much debt will I graduate with from Presentation College?

Beyond the years you plan on spending at Presentation College, the financial repercussions of Presentation College tuition will stay with you for awhile, especially if you take out loans to finance the education.

The median debt for students who have completed a degree at Presentation College is $25500.0. We can break down this number further by household income and student type (see where you might fit in):

Is Presentation College worth the cost?

Going to college is an investment, and like all investments, you should look at the ROI of attending Presentation College.

Luckily, we can provide some insightful data to help determine whether or not Presentation College is worth the cost by examining what past graduates are earning now.

The average salary of students who were working six years after graduating from Presentation College is $38600 (the median is $35600).

After 8 years, the average salary for Presentation College graduates is $N/A.

10 years out, the average salary for Presentation College graduates is $38100.

I think it’s particularly interesting to look at the salary 10 years after graduation, and it’s probably more indicative of whether Presentation College is worth the cost. The real upside of a college degree is that it puts you on a path where your future salary can increase substantially, and it may be hard to achieve that upside without a college degree.

For example, after graduating from Presentation College you may get a job where the salary is not too much more than you’d make without a college degree, and you may have taken out a lot of loans to get there!

However, if you stay in that position for 5 or 10 years, you will likely begin doubling and tripling what you’re making.

The future earnings potential is going to be much higher if you go to Presentation College compared to not attending college at all. Therefore, it’s about maximizing that opportunity and reducing the debt needed to get there.

How do Presentation College graduates fare compared to similar schools?

This is an important question because if you’re considering Presentation College, you likely have other options on the table.

Often times, students enroll in the cheapest university available to them. But, as we know from above, this isn’t the whole story.

For example, you would pay 5% more for a college if you knew the average salary would also be 10% higher, wouldn’t you?

There’s a lot of reasons why the average salary for Presentation College students would differ from its peer schools. Perhaps the most popular areas of study align with higher or lower paying careers, or the school has a massive and supportive alumni network.

Here are just a few related schools to Presentation College that may be of interest. Click on any one to break down their costs and performance outcomes further.

How much does Presentation College cost per semester?

Assuming there are two semesters at Presentation College, you will pay $10349 per semester.

How much does Presentation College cost per year?

This is effectively the total annual cost of Presentation College, which is $N/A. However, you can also add room and board, textbooks, and other fees listed above onto that number to better determine how you will really spend in one year of attendance.

Is it possible to attend Presentation College for free?

In theory, yes it is possible to attend Presentation College for free. If you are a stellar student, you may get a scholarship to cover the entire cost of the education.

Similarly, if you are a student athlete, you may receive a full scholarship to be on a sports team.

Unless you are receiving a “full ride” (e.g. full scholarship) to attend Presentation College, though, it won’t be free. If you take out loans to finance the school, you may pay very little in the near term but all of that money must still be paid off in the long term.

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Feeling a little stressed about paying $35,768 to attend Presentation College each year? This number can be deceiving, and for many, the net price you pay will be less.

While there is no tuition reduction for South Dakota students, 100.0% of freshmen receive some form of financial aid, with the average amount totaling $11,840. Students from low-income families receive an average of $12,593 in aid during their first year.

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Projected Costs Between $78,780 and $207,310 For a Four Year Degree. Between $41,235 and $102,235 For a Two Year Degree.

Looking at the total projected cost of a college education over the course of two / four (or more) years can feel a little overwhelming. However, doing so will help better prepare you for the financial commitment you are making.

The overall cost for on-campus students to attend Presentation College in 2020 - 2021 was $35,768. To calculate future costs, we looked at the prior five years of data and determined that this cost increased an average of 1.4% each year. If this trend continues, we expect the full cost for incoming freshmen to be $36,762 during their first year. By their senior year, that cost will be approximately $38,305 for a bachelor degree candidate ($37,269 for an associate degree candidate) for a total of $150,120 over the course of four years ($74,031 over the course of two years). These numbers do not take into consideration financial aid, which reduces this overall cost by varying amounts per student.

Remember, the full costs quoted above are not what most students will pay, and the net price varies quite a bit based on individual circumstances.

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Tuition now costs a whopping $90,000 a year or more at some US universities

• Some American universities estimate their total cost of attendance will exceed $90,000 next year.
• Tuition and fees at universities continue to climb, even when adjusted for inflation.
• The result may be a generation of students wondering if college is worth it.

The price of getting a degree has continued to climb at American universities, with the cost of some schools reaching a new threshold. It's leaving many wondering if it's a good investment.

Schools like New York University, Tufts, the University of Pennsylvania, and Yale are pegging the total cost of university attendance — which covers tuition, housing, food, supplies, books, and more — for the 2024-2025 school year at over $90,000, according to their websites.

NYU, already known for its high fees, estimates the total cost for the next school year will be $93,184, with tuition ($62,796) and food and housing ($24,652) listed as the most expensive line items. The total is up 3.3% from the $90,222 estimated for this school year.

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And while that's much higher than the typical sticker price of private four-year institutions — the average was $41,540 this year, per College Board — the figures reflect both the growing costs of living in American cities and the ever-increasing costs of education.

Tuition and fees at private national universities have increased about 40% over the past 20 years, adjusted for inflation, according to U.S News & World Report . When not adjusted for inflation, that's a massive jump of about 132%. Out-of-state and in-state tuition and fees at public universities have risen about 38% and 56%, respectively, inflation-adjusted over the same period.

These soaring prices are leaving the majority of students across all racial and ethnic groups with "unmet needs" — defined as the difference between what families can afford and the cost of college — according to a 2023 Institute of Higher Education Policy analysis of Department of Education data. It's especially impacting Black and Latinx students.

Universities are quick to note that very few (and usually only the wealthiest) students actually pay the sticker price, and more top schools now guarantee they will meet the financial needs of all accepted students. To their credit, the net cost of private four-year colleges has actually fallen over the past decade, when adjusted for inflation, per College Board.

Still, for families in the lowest income bracket, the net cost of college — which takes into account grants and scholarships — amounts to 148% of their annual household income, the Institute of Higher Education Policy found.

The end result? A generation wondering if college is worth it.

In a Business Insider and YouGov survey conducted last year, 46% of Gen Z respondents said they don't think college is worth the cost . Gen X and baby boomer respondents — the parents who, in many cases, are footing the bill —were even more disparaging, with 54% and 57%, respectively, saying college wasn't worth it.

That sentiment could speed up the decadelong decline in college enrollment .

"When I'm talking to younger people of Gen Z, it seems like they're very aware" of the financial price, which "might be a little bit of a shift" from prior generations, Ana Hernández Kent, a senior researcher with the Institute for Economic Equity at the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, told Business Insider last year. "Instead of just a blanket approach, and assuming that they need to go to college and that it's going to pay off, they're much more critical."

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MIT’s commitment to undergraduate financial aid will remain strong for the 2024-25 academic year, increasing to an estimated budget of $167.3 million. The increase will more than offset a 3.75 percent percent rise in tuition, to $61,990 ($62,396 including fees), and other living expense increases. The estimated average MIT scholarship for students receiving financial aid next year is $63,146.

Moreover, for students coming from families with incomes of $75,000 and less, their parents will not be expected to contribute to the cost of attendance, which includes tuition, housing, food, and personal expenses.

“MIT takes enormous pride in ensuring that any student who attends can dive into all the things that make our educational experience special, both our rigorous academic programs and the ‘secret sauce’ experiences — like experiential learning, social impact opportunities, study abroad, and team and club sports and other activities,” says Ian A. Waitz, vice chancellor for undergraduate and graduate education and the Jerome C. Hunsaker Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics.

The 2024-25 undergraduate financial aid program will continue prior enhancements, including making MIT tuition-free for families who have typical assets and whose incomes are below $140,000, and providing additional financial aid dollars that will reduce the amount paid by most families.

Last year, more than 39 percent of MIT undergraduates received aid sufficient to allow them to attend the Institute tuition-free. MIT is one of only eight U.S. colleges with a fully need-blind undergraduate admissions policy that meets the full financial need of all students, and it continues to be focused on making the cost of an MIT education more affordable. The new financial aid enhancement also made it possible to admit more students through the QuestBridge match this year (56), increasing access for low-income students.

“In parallel with increasing access, we are also ramping up our resources for academic success. The Undergraduate Advising Center (UAC) was recently launched as part of a long-standing effort supported by students and faculty. We envision the UAC as the anchor office of a future advising hub, integrating academic advising and support, financial services, experiential learning, and career development. The UAC is already supporting first-years to seniors and has revitalized and expanded the MIT First Generation/Low Income Program ,” adds Waitz.

While the Institute’s financial aid program primarily supports students from lower- and middle-income households, even families earning more than $250,000 may qualify for financial aid based on their circumstances, such as if two or more children are in college at the same time.

About 58 percent of MIT’s undergraduates receive need-based financial aid from the Institute, and about 20 percent receive federal Pell Grants, typically awarded to undergraduate students who display exceptional financial need. MIT treats the Pell Grant in a unique way to further support low-income students. Unlike most other colleges and universities, MIT allows students to use the Pell Grant to offset what they are expected to contribute through work during the semester and the summer. MIT also recently changed its financial aid policies to provide more support for U.S. veterans and veterans’ dependents.

When measured in real dollars, the average cost of an MIT education for those who receive financial aid has been reduced by almost 25 percent over the past two decades.

For undergraduates not receiving any need-based financial aid, tuition and fees will be (as noted earlier) $62,396 for the 2024-25 academic year. Including housing and dining costs, the total cost of attendance will come to $85,960 (based upon residing in a Tier 1 double room for the year, being on a full meal plan, and taking into account books and estimated personal expenses). Expenses may vary depending upon a student’s choices.

In 2023, 86 percent of MIT seniors graduated with no debt; of the 14 percent who did assume debt to finance their education, the median indebtedness at graduation was $14,844. Furthermore, graduating MIT students report some of the highest starting salaries across a range of industries relative to their peers.

“It’s critical that students are well-positioned when they graduate and benefit from a whole student education, especially as technology and innovation advances, from generative AI to addressing climate change to fundamental science. So, we are exploring how our academic programs can be improved and enhanced to meet students where they are and to prepare them to be nimble and always curious,” says Waitz.

For more detailed information regarding the cost of attendance, including specific costs for tuition and fees, books and supplies, housing and food, as well as transportation, please visit the Student Financial Services website.

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Towering tuition at New England's top colleges, universities reach over $90K a year

Several private colleges and universities in New England will cost more than $90,000 to attend this fall as inflation continues to impact Americans. 

Tufts University, Wellesley College, Boston University and Yale University led the pack for the most expensive colleges and universities in the New England area for tuition, room and board for the 2024-25 academic year without financial aid.

According to its website, Tuft University in Medford, Massachusetts, is charging $95,888.

At Wellesley College, tuition, room and board and health insurance for the 2024-25 academic year will set students back $92,060. 

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At Boston University this fall, tuition, housing and other expenses will be $90,207 for this upcoming academic school year. 

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The estimated cost to attend Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, is $90,975.

The New England colleges and universities are more than double the national average for a private university.

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According to the Education Data Initiative, citing 2023 data, the average yearly tuition for a private university was $38,768 annually.

The cost of college and university programs has surged 169% since 1980, according to a report from Georgetown University’s Center on Education and the Workforce.

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The report titled "If Not Now, When? The Urgent Need for an All-One-System Approach to Youth Policy," said that while the cost has increased exponentially, the average salary among young adults only rose 20%. 

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A first for Mass. colleges: Breaking the $90,000 barrier

Wellesley and bu will both cost more than $90,000, including tuition, fees, room and board, and a meal plan, and at least 10 colleges have costs exceeding $80,000, by grant welker and jericho tran • published march 26, 2024 • updated on march 27, 2024 at 5:44 pm.

Two Boston-area schools are the first local higher education institutions to break $90,000 in annual student costs.

Wellesley College’s sticker price will be $92,060 for the 2024-’25 school year including tuition, fees, room and board, and a meal plan. Boston University will cost $90,207.

Others aren’t far behind, with a growing list of schools breaking $80,000 or nearing $90,000. At least 10 colleges will have costs exceeding $80,000, though some have yet to post their 2024-'25 costs, including Harvard and Northeastern University.

Brandeis University’s costs next year will be $89,824, and Olin College of Engineering will total $89,669. Bentley University costs are rising to $84,570 and Babson College will be $82,126.

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Now keep in mind those $90,000 price tags include not just tuition but books, food, housing and in some cases even health insurance. Some parents who were touring Boston University Wednesday with their children said they're willing to foot the bill.

“Of course the money matters, the tuition makes a difference," parent Ajoy Patra said.

Patra said those rising college costs won't stop him from helping his son Ishaan pursue a college degree. He said he planned in advance for all his children.

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“We’ve invested in the 529 plan that our state offers over several years and have definitely paid for our other daughters through that plan.” 

Still, these costs take a chunk out of the median Massachusetts household income, which was about $93,000 last year.

“I’ve been around long enough that I have seen every time there’s a milestone it just really makes people sit back and say oh my goodness these costs are so high," said Julie Shields-Rutyna, director of college planning, education and training at the Massachusetts Educational Finance Authority.

Wellesly College says about 60% of their students receive financial aid, while Boston University says they will award about $425 million in financial aid within the next year. Shields-Rutyna says there are also other ways for parents to plan.

“Beginning to save as early as possible working with your student to really think about what's a path that's right for you, that's gonna make sense for you.” 

Along with financial aid there are also other options within the state to make college more affordable, including the governor's MassReconnect Program which offers free community college plan for people under 25. And there are often significant price differences between private and public schools.

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Back on his feet: How Cory Floyd took the step to reclaim his life

From struggling with addiction and incarceration to becoming General Manager of Metal Source, Cory Floyd proves that one choice can help redefine your life. Ivy Tech Fort Wayne offered the hand to help him get back on his feet.

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“This is where it all started.”

Before Cory Floyd stepped inside to share his story, he says he stood in the parking lot looking around Ivy Tech Fort Wayne’s North Campus—remembering the stress that came with classes, and the “priceless” feeling of passing a test. More than that, he felt the accomplishment of achieving his goal.

For Cory, walking across the stage in May 2023 was more than just a proud moment, it was a reminder of how far he’s come to get where he is today.

“I think my whole life I knew I was a leader,” Cory says. “Getting that to the surface maybe took a little longer than I expected.”

Let’s rewind back to the late-2010’s. Pre-pandemic. Cory had been working in foundries around Wabash County for several years. That was when he made the decision to go back to school.

It was an idea that began in the basement of a jail, through a work release program.

“At the time I applied to Ivy Tech, I was incarcerated. I struggled throughout my life with addiction. My choice was always alcohol.”

A new choice was made a year and a half into his program: to commit to a better life for himself. He began attending AA meetings and stumbled across the Business Operation, Applications, and Technology (BOAT) program at Ivy Tech Fort Wayne.

The BOAT program offers both degrees and certificates that aim to help students become more proficient in everyday office environments through learning things like Microsoft Applications, team dynamics, business communications, and much more.

“It had pretty much everything I was looking for to improve myself.”

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This was the first step to getting back on his feet. Around the time he began at Ivy Tech, he also became an Assistant Production Manager at Metal Source in Wabash, a company that primarily recycles scrap metal.

A couple days a week, he’d get off work and travel an hour up to Ivy Tech Fort Wayne. He wanted this certificate, so he shuffled things around to make it work.

“Living life on life’s terms isn’t easy. One of the best things is that Ivy Tech’s flexibility is 100%. It’s great for people like me that have jobs and a family and kids.”

He says his professors were “phenomenal” and worked with him around his busy life, and instructors like BOAT Program Chair Angie Evans would continually encourage him throughout his journey.

Cory describes himself as a “visual learner” and enjoyed that his classes were hands-on, especially group projects where he could connect and share knowledge with other students.

“Learning was all I wanted to do. I just wanted to grasp everything I could.”

He says he was able to scale up on Microsoft Excel and Word, but Excel was the most beneficial. Data sheets have become routine in his life and learning more about spreadsheets was essential. He even used his knowledge from classes to get Microsoft credentials , which further refined his skills.

Living life on life’s terms isn’t easy. One of the best things is that Ivy Tech’s flexibility is 100%. It’s great for people like me that have jobs and a family and kids. – Cory Floyd | Ivy Tech Fort Wayne 2023 Alum

Overcoming roadblocks

In March 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic turned the world, and Ivy Tech, virtual.

“There were a lot of roadblocks, but COVID was a big one.”

Being a hands-on learner meant that the move to remote classes didn’t resonate well with Cory. Even though he says his professors would always be quick to respond to emails, it felt more like he was being self-taught, and so he took a break.

“COVID hit and everything was just chaos. A lot of employees were sick, and a lot of people were at home. So, I was forced to join the actual workforce, get dirty.”

During his pause, he says Evans reached out and asked if he planned to finish his education. In that moment, Cory knew he could quit, but he chose to keep going and become a hero to his children as he walked to get his diploma.

“Ivy Tech welcomed me back with open arms.”

A better every day after

With a certificate under his belt, Cory was able to take the skills he learned to the workforce.

“I was able to collect and measure data, make PowerPoint presentations, and send professional emails. I think taking those classes helped me get promoted.”

Today, Cory is the General Manager of Metal Source. In as little as three years, he elevated his position from Assistant Production Manager to General Manager.

“As a general manager, I’m spread pretty thin, but I’m confident I can quickly slap a presentation together or some kind of data chart and present it to the rest of the company.”

The company’s owner caught wind of his success and paid for all his managers to take classes. Even now, Cory advises his supervisors to take the program.

“I like leading people, guiding them, so that’s probably the biggest joy of my job. You know, Wabash, small town, a lot of steel trade guys are established somewhere. So, the guys we do get in I try to mentor.”

Cory is also using his education and leadership skills to pay it forward in other ways.

“It’s funny, the very first Excel data sheet I put together was my 12 steps. I turned it in to my AA sponsor all color coordinated and everything.”

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) has become one of his biggest passions. He currently sponsors two people and started his own program with a Wabash County organization called New Beginnings —which is a Christian ministry that mentors and provides temporary residences to adult men. He holds meetings Monday nights from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

“It’s kind of like a full circle moment. To keep it, you’ve got to give it away.”

Wabash had planned to shut down its work release program, but Cory shared his testimony with county commissioners and the county council. They approved funds for a new co-ed work release facility, a $3,000,000 investment.

Back when he was recovering, Cory memorized inspirational quotes. He shared one that stood out to him: “I used to give up everything for one thing. Now, I gave up one thing for everything.”

Cory is grateful for his everything. His biggest cheerleaders—his family. His passion. His job. A certificate. The life that he won back.

It’s kind of like a full circle moment. To keep it, you’ve got to give it away. – Cory Floyd | Ivy Tech Fort Wayne 2023 Alum

An open world

It’s been almost a year now since Cory walked across the stage at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum. He took a moment to reflect on how moving it was—his family in the crowd, the diploma in his hand, the support he felt. 

“I think one of the greatest things ever was when I was walking down the hall at the graduation ceremony, and Ms. Evans stops me. It had been a year since I’d seen her. She still remembered me.”

What’s next for Cory? He’s enjoying spending time with his family, taking time to golf, and learning to manage the stress that comes with his position. In the future, he’s considering taking more classes and possibly even writing a book. He says it’s an open world.

“It's just all about getting back up, you know? And that's one thing I really like about Ivy Tech, too, is that they're really big into helping people get back on their feet.”

It's just all about getting back up, you know? And that's one thing I really like about Ivy Tech, too, is that they're really big into helping people get back on their feet. – Cory Floyd | Ivy Tech Fort Wayne 2023 Alum

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Ivy Tech Community College is Indiana's largest public postsecondary institution and the nation's largest singly accredited statewide community college system, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Ivy Tech has campuses throughout Indiana and also serves thousands of students annually online. It serves as the state's engine of workforce development, offering associate degrees, long- and short-term certificate programs, industry certifications, and training that aligns with the needs of the community. The College provides a seamless transfer to other colleges and universities in Indiana, as well as out of state, for a more affordable route to a bachelor's degree.

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Old Dominion University and Christopher Newport University want to hear from the community on proposed tuition and fee increases for the next school year.

ODU is holding a forum Thursday on a possible tuition hike of up to 5% for undergraduate students. Mandatory fees could increase up to 7%.

The additional revenue would go toward faculty retention and recruitment, facility operations, technology infrastructure and investment in STEM-H degrees — science, technology, engineering, math and health programs.

Current tuition rates for in-state and out-of-state students are $393 and $1,073 per credit hour, respectively. ODU’s website estimates the annual tuition cost for an in-state student who lives off-campus is $12,312. The estimated annual cost for an out-of-state student is $32,712.

Additional information regarding the proposal will be shared at the meeting. The meeting will be held 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. in the Broderick Dining Commons inside the board room.

Sign up by emailing Donna Meeks by 10 a.m. Wednesday at [email protected]. Speakers will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis and each will get three minutes. Public comment will be limited to an hour.

CNU’s public session will be 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. April 3. The university is considering increasing tuition and mandatory fees by up to 4.2%. If approved, the revenue will cover compensation, student financial aid, increased costs for contractual services and more.

Current tuition rates are $678 per credit hour for in-state undergraduates and $1,289 for out-of-state undergraduates. CNU’s website lists the estimated in-state cost per semester as $14,535.50. The estimated semester rate for out-of-state students is $21,854.

More information will be provided at the meeting before public comment. Each speaker will get three minutes and public comment will be limited to an hour. The meeting will be held in the Freeman Center, room 202. Individuals interested in speaking can sign up on the CNU website .

Kelsey Kendall, [email protected]

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