by our College Data Analytics TeamAre the tuition & fee charges at Swarthmore College reasonable when compared to nationwide averages? Find out here. In this Swarthmore cost report, you'll find:
Combined tuition and fees at Swarthmore College for the 2020-2021 academic year was $56,056 for undergraduates. There was no discount for in-state students.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $55,856 | $200 | $56,056 |
Swarthmore College tuition and fees is the number charged to students for one year of attendance, and does not include room and board.
Keep in mind a lot of students have financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of college.
How much does Swarthmore College cost for part-time students?
Go to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
At the national level, average out-of-state tuition and fees are $19,933 a year. At $56,056 a year, the average out-of-state tuition at Swarthmore College was high when compared to the national average. Students do not receive any discounts for living in Pennsylvania.
Take a look at the following chart to see how Swarthmore College compares to other schools in terms of tuition and fees.
| Nationwide | Middle Atlantic | Pennsylvania | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Expensive |
Remember to also consider financial aid when trying to decide if you can afford to go to a particular school. For more details on that, see: Swarthmore College Financial Aid.
Swarthmore tuition and fees have grown about 2.17% annually for the past five years. The tuition increased by 2.29%, and fees by -15.36%. If costs keep growing at the same rate students will be charged $58,513 this school year.
For two years of academic instruction, your cost will end up being $118,295 for two years and $241,776 for four years.
These numbers don't include room and board, transportation or books.
The following chart shows projected upcoming tuition and fees for undergraduates at Swarthmore.
Be aware of just how much the tuition and fees are increasing each year. At most colleges undergrads will wind up spending more on their last year of school compared to what they did for their first.
Find our answers to frequently asked questions and get additional information about college tuition and fees.
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