by our College Data Analytics TeamHere are the current tuition and fee figures for John Brown University, along with how those costs compare to other schools and how they have changed.
For the most recent year on record, tuition and fees at John Brown University stood at $31,756 for the year for full-time undergrads. Students from in state and out of state pay the same here.
Within that total, required fees amounted to $1,382; what is left is base tuition.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $30,374 |
| Fees | $1,382 |
| Total | $31,756 |
These tuition and fee numbers are for one year of attendance and do not cover room and board.
Remember that a lot of students receive financial aid and scholarships that cut the price they ultimately pay. The totals here are the list price.
How much will John Brown University charge if you go part time? Head to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
For perspective, here is how John Brown University prices compare to peer schools. Each rating is relative to the average for that group of schools.
| Nationwide | In AR | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Average |
Relative to the national field, John Brown University comes in higher than most schools.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. Visit the John Brown University Financial Aid page for specifics.
Take a look at how tuition at John Brown University has shifted over recent reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $27,662 |
| Two Years Ago | $28,424 |
| One Year Ago | $29,488 |
| Most Recent Year | $30,374 |
The chart here shows how tuition at JBU has tracked over the reported years.
Over the most recent year, tuition increased 3.0%. Carrying the same rate forward one year puts tuition + fees around $32,710 next year.
Tuition generally rises year after year at most schools, so expect the price in later years to be higher than today’s figure.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more context.
Tuition and fees rose at an average annual pace of 3.16%, putting next year’s cost near $32,760.
Holding that rate, here is how tuition and fees could track over the next five years:
| Academic Year | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|
| Next Year | $32,760 |
| In 2 Years | $33,796 |
| In 3 Years | $34,865 |
| In 4 Years | $35,967 |
| In 5 Years | $37,104 |
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 $137,388.
Tuition is only one piece of the cost picture — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
To learn about financial aid at John Brown University, go to the John Brown University Financial Aid page.
