Oglala Lakota College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$5,243
Average Net Price
100%
Receive Aid
78%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Oglala Lakota College is $5,243 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$5,243

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$3,396
$30,001-48,000$4,143
$48,001-75,000$6,933
$75,001-110,000$0
$110,000+$0

Financial Aid

Oglala Lakota College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 100% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 78% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

100%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

78%

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 $2,684 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $2,684. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $5,084, which is 68% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $2,684

Out-of-State: $2,684

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$2,684
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$17,884

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$2,684
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$17,384

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$2,684
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$17,884

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$2,684
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$17,884

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$2,684
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$6,384

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$2,684
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$6,884

Cost Analysis

Analyze how OLC's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, Oglala Lakota College has increased costs by $1,469, representing a 38.9% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$3,774

Current Year

$5,243

Change

+$1,469

Affordability & Value

Oglala Lakota 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 aid100%
Pell grant recipients78%
Student-faculty ratio10:1