Mineral Area College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$10,959
Average Net Price
93%
Receive Aid
31%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Mineral Area College is $10,959 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$10,959

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$10,721
$30,001-48,000$10,444
$48,001-75,000$11,878
$75,001-110,000$12,927
$110,000+$14,121

Financial Aid

Mineral Area College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 93% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 31% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

93%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

31%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $4,380 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $5,730. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $6,780, which is 61% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $4,380

Out-of-State: $5,730

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,380
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,580

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,380
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,080

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$5,730
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,930

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$5,730
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,930

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$4,380
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$8,080

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$5,730
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$9,930

Cost Analysis

Analyze how Mineralarea's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, Mineral Area College has increased costs by $1,040, representing a 10.5% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$9,919

Current Year

$10,959

Change

+$1,040

Affordability & Value

Mineral Area College is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Very Affordable

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid93%
Pell grant recipients31%
Student-faculty ratio20:1