Here are the current tuition and fee figures for Howard Payne University, plus how they compare to other colleges and a forward projection.
Most-recent tuition and fees at Howard Payne University were $34,982 annually for undergraduate students. Note that the school does not charge a different rate for in-state students.
Of that total, required fees added up to $4,280; what is left is base tuition.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $30,702 |
| Fees | $4,280 |
| Total | $34,982 |
This tuition and fees figure covers one year of academic instruction and do not include room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that cut the price they ultimately pay. The numbers on this page are sticker price.
How much does Howard Payne University cost if you attend part time? See the Cost Per Credit Hour page for specifics.
To see where that lands, here is how Howard Payne University prices compare to peer schools. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In TX | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Average |
Compared to colleges across the country, Howard Payne University runs on the expensive side.
Bear in mind that aid packages often lower the real cost well below these published figures. Visit the Howard Payne University Financial Aid page to learn more.
The table below shows how tuition at Howard Payne University has moved over the last few reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $26,778 |
| Two Years Ago | $27,850 |
| One Year Ago | $29,522 |
| Most Recent Year | $30,702 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at Howard Payne has tracked over the reported years.
Most recently, tuition moved up 4.0%. Holding that rate for one more year would put tuition + fees near $36,380 the year ahead.
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so expect the price in later years to be higher than today’s figure.
Browse answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more context.
Tuition and fees rose at an average annual pace of 4.56%, putting next year’s cost near $36,575.
Holding that rate, here is how tuition and fees could track over the next five years:
| Academic Year | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|
| Next Year | $36,575 |
| In 2 Years | $38,241 |
| In 3 Years | $39,983 |
| In 4 Years | $41,804 |
| In 5 Years | $43,708 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — at this pace, four years of out-of-state tuition and fees projects to about $156,603.
Tuition is only one piece of the cost picture — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
For details on financial aid availability at Howard Payne University, head to the Howard Payne University Financial Aid page.