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The Value of an Elizabethtown College Degree

Elizabethtown College is consistently ranked as a top value school by notable publications such as U.S. News & World Report, Washington Monthly, and Money.com.

We make a commitment to our students and their families to provide an excellent education. Our goal is to make a four-year degree an affordable option for every admitted student regardless of economic background. Our financial aid counselors will guide you through the process, discuss your family’s specific circumstances, and identify merit and need-based aid to help you pay for college. Etown’s comprehensive aid program is a leader amongst similar private colleges in the region.

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2024-2025 Cost Breakdown

Description Amount
  Tuition $37,250
  Housing $6,630
  Food Plan $6,710
  Comprehensive Fee $700
Annual Rate $51,290*

*Cost calculated prior to financial aid and scholarships. Tuition and fees are reviewed and subject to change annually.

In addition to Tuition, Housing, and Food, students may incur expenses for books, supplies, transportation, and personal expenses. We include the following estimated amounts for these expenses when determining a student's eligibility for financial aid:

Description Amount
  Books and Supplies $1,100
  Transportation $250
  Personal/Miscellaneous $800
  Loan Fees $68
Total Additional Estimated Expenses $2,218

Estimated Financial Aid

These figures are based on the 2024-25 academic year. The specific amount of aid each student receives depends upon that student's financial need and academic profile. Work-Study award is not a credit against the students' bill. Rather, students may use earnings to offset books and living expenses. The total net costs are based on students living on campus. The estimates below are meant to be a guide in helping you plan for an Elizabethtown College education and based on the current parameters used for entering first-year students.

The results below are not guaranteed, but rather an estimate of what you may be eligible to receive.


Family A

Sample Circumstances:
3 family members, 1 in college, $235,986 income.

Excelsior Scholarship $21,000

Federal Direct Loan $5,500


Total Aid: $26,500

Total Net Cost: $24,790

Family B

Sample Circumstances:
3 family members, 1 in college, $73,426 income.

Founders Scholarship $18,000

Institutional Grants $6,851

State Grant $5,750

Work-Study $1,500

Federal Direct Loan $5,500


Total Aid: $37,601

Total Net Cost: $13,689

Family C

Sample Circumstances:
3 family members, 1 in college, $42,575 income.

Presidential Scholarship $20,500

Institutional Grants $4,348

Pell Grant $7,395

SEOG Grant $500

State Grant $5,750

Work-Study $1,500

Federal Direct Loan $5,500


Total Aid: $45,493

Total Net Cost: $5,797

For a more detailed estimate of financial aid based on your actual information, view the Elizabethtown College Net Price Calculator*.

*Resources and financial aid policies vary from college to college, so your "net price" may vary from institution to institution. Special circumstances are considered by the Elizabethtown College Office of Financial Aid on a case-by-case basis. The Elizabethtown College Office of Financial Aid is the final authority on determining any financial aid award resulting from submission of the appropriate financial aid forms. This is not an application for admission or financial aid. This information will not be retained by Elizabethtown College in any way.

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Financing Your Etown Education

Paying for college can feel overwhelming, but Elizabethtown College is here to make the process easier. Our Office of Financial Aid provides personalized guidance to help you understand your options and manage costs effectively, making your investment in education a worthwhile endeavor.

Elizabethtown College also awards over $30 million annually in scholarships and grants to support a diverse range of students. From merit-based awards to Legacy Scholarships for children and grandchildren of alumni, and specialized scholarships for transfers and out-of-state students, there’s a scholarship opportunity for nearly everyone. Your education is an investment in yourself, and we're here to support you every step of the way!

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Changes to the FAFSA

Filing for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has changed. View our FAFSA Simplification page for more information.

Financial Aid Timeline

Please note that this timeline only applies to traditional undergraduate students. Additional information for students enrolled in the School of Graduate and Professional Studies can be found here.

  December 1, 2024
The 2025-2026 FAFSA application is estimated to be available online at: studentaid.gov.
  January 2025
Begin notifying New Accepted FAFSA filers of financial aid eligibility.
  March 15, 2025
Priority deadline for FAFSA submission for new and returning students.
  April 2025
Parent PLUS loan application is estimated to be available online at: studentaid.gov.
  May 2025
Next Steps instructions mailed to Deposited New Students. The Financial Aid Office will review Satisfactory Academic Progress for all returning students.
  June 2025
Welcome new Blue Jays! Attend Summer Orientation to learn more about the Elizabethtown College community. Returning students may log in to the Student Aid Portal to view and accept/decline financial aid awards or complete requirements.
  June - August 2025
Complete and submit all outstanding financial aid forms as soon as possible.
  August 2025
Fall semester bill due August 1. Contact the Business Office or Financial Aid with questions or concerns. Classes begin for the fall semester.

Tuition Exchange

Elizabethtown College participates in two tuition exchange programs through Tuition Exchange, Inc. (TE) and the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC-TEP). For full consideration, student applicants must submit a completed application (Common Application or Elizabethtown College application) for admission and be accepted to the College no later than January 15. The eligible employee must also coordinate with the tuition exchange liaison at their home institution to complete necessary paperwork so that a TE and/or CIC-TEP application is submitted for the student no later than January 15. Students can apply for both the TE and CIC-TEP Scholarship if their parent works at an institution that participates in both programs.

Tuition exchange scholarships are very competitive and decisions are made on a rolling basis beginning in early-to-mid February.  The value of both scholarships is full-tuition.  An offer of tuition exchange is available for up to 8 full-time semesters provided the student makes satisfactory academic progress and remains in good social standing.  Eligible transfer students and current Elizabethtown College students are invited to apply; online and graduate students are not eligible to apply. 

Please contact Gretchen Camp, Tuition Exchange Liaison Officer, at  campg@etown.edu  or 717-361-1164 for more information.

All questions can be directed to:

Mailing Address:

Elizabethtown College
Office of Financial Aid
1 Alpha Drive
Elizabethtown, PA 17022

Office of Financial Aid

Phone: (717) 361-1404
Fax: (717) 361-1514
finaid@etown.edu

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