by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow you’ll find the current tuition and fees at Gardner-Webb University, plus how they compare to other colleges and a forward projection.
In the most recent reported year, tuition and fees at Gardner-Webb University were $34,760 per year for undergraduates. There is no residency discount at this school.
Within that total, required fees amounted to $980; the rest is tuition itself.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $33,780 |
| Fees | $980 |
| Total | $34,760 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and leave out room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that bring down the real cost they pay. The amounts above are before any aid.
What does Gardner-Webb University cost for part-time students? Head to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
For perspective, here is how Gardner-Webb University tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Each rating shows whether the school runs above or below that group’s average.
| Nationwide | In NC | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Average |
Against the nationwide average, Gardner-Webb University is relatively pricey.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. Visit the Gardner-Webb University Financial Aid page for more.
Tuition at Gardner-Webb University has tracked across the last few reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $31,220 |
| Two Years Ago | $31,220 |
| One Year Ago | $32,470 |
| Most Recent Year | $33,780 |
The chart below tracks how tuition at Gardner - Webb has tracked over the reported years.
Over the most recent year, tuition moved up 4.0%. Projecting that pace ahead one year puts tuition + fees around $36,162 for the upcoming year.
Tuition generally rises year after year at most schools, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Browse answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional detail.
Over the reported years, tuition and fees grew at an average annual rate of 2.86%, which puts the figure next year near $35,753.
If that pace holds, here is what tuition and fees could look like over the next five years:
| Academic Year | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|
| Next Year | $35,753 |
| In 2 Years | $36,775 |
| In 3 Years | $37,826 |
| In 4 Years | $38,907 |
| In 5 Years | $40,019 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — projecting four years of out-of-state tuition and fees at this rate gives roughly $149,261.
Tuition is only one piece of the cost picture — grant aid and scholarships often reduce the actual price families pay.
For specifics on financial aid at Gardner-Webb University, check out the Gardner-Webb University Financial Aid page.
