Rust College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$8,151
Average Net Price
71%
Receive Aid
55%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Rust College is $8,151 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$8,151

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$7,969
$30,001-48,000$10,341
$48,001-75,000$10,643
$75,001-110,000$11,323
$110,000+$13,061

Financial Aid

Rust College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 71% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 55% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

71%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

55%

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 $13,840 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $13,840. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $16,240, which is 40% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $13,840

Out-of-State: $13,840

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$13,840
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$29,040

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$13,840
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$28,540

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$13,840
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$29,040

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$13,840
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$29,040

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$13,840
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$17,540

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$13,840
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$18,040

Cost Analysis

Analyze how RUSTCOLLEGE's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Rust College has decreased costs by $897, representing a 9.9% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$9,048

Current Year

$8,151

Change

$-897

Affordability & Value

Rust 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 aid71%
Pell grant recipients55%
Student-faculty ratio8:1