Peru State College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$12,689
Average Net Price
62%
Receive Aid
50%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Peru State College is $12,689 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$12,689

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$15,029
$30,001-48,000$15,667
$48,001-75,000$17,867
$75,001-110,000$20,248
$110,000+$20,586

Financial Aid

Peru State College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 62% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 50% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

62%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

50%

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 $8,280 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $8,280. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $10,680, which is 50% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $8,280

Out-of-State: $8,280

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$8,280
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$23,480

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$8,280
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$22,980

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$8,280
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$23,480

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$8,280
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$23,480

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$8,280
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$11,980

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$8,280
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$12,480

Cost Analysis

Analyze how Peru State's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Peru State College has decreased costs by $4,197, representing a 24.9% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$16,886

Current Year

$12,689

Change

$-4,197

Affordability & Value

Peru State 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 aid62%
Pell grant recipients50%
Student-faculty ratio20:1