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94% of undergraduate students don't pay full price to come to JBU. Don't let the sticker price keep you from pursuing the college experience you want.
This is free money from JBU, the government and other groups offered based on your individual achievement or financial need.
Work with your admissions counselor to explore campus employment programs, payment plans and manageable loans, if necessary.
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“JBU might seem more expensive than public universities but they really work with you to help with financial aid.
Because of the financial aid I received, I was able to attend JBU and it was even cheaper than some state schools.”
Emery Johnson
Nursing student
Tuition + Fees
$28,288
Room + Board
$9,554
Total Cost
$37,842
Average Financial Aid Package
–$14,073
*Average aid package based on new incoming students for Fall 2019. Costs based on 12–18 credit hours per semester and 19 meals per week. Review our options for meal plans. Students can expect to incur additional indirect costs for books, travel, insurance and personal expenses. These vary among students. Review JBU’s miscellaneous fees.
We've taken the sticker price and broken it down so you can see the average expense for a JBU student before federal aid is applied.
Financial aid packages depend on a number of factors, so yours may be above or below average depending on your situation, which is why we take a personal approach to financial aid. Get in touch with your counselor to discuss your individual financial aid package.
See what makes JBU a good investment
Reduce your costs with scholarships. Use this calculator to find out how much your hard work has earned you in Academic Scholarships. Then explore other kinds of scholarships below.
Your financial situation is unique, and you deserve a custom plan to pay for college. Your admissions counselor will help you and your family understand your options and develop a plan that works for you.
Want to get the process started? Your first step is to apply to JBU.
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We've narrowed down the financial aid process into three easy steps. Your situation may require additional information, but here's how to get started:
Use our net price calculator to estimate your costs after financial aid is applied. This calculator supplies an estimate based on your personal finances, but it is not a substitute for filing the FAFSA.
Calculate your net price
In the early years of JBU, every student worked as a part of his or her education. Today, we employ over 700 students. These students schedule work around their classes and can earn up to $2,000 per year.
Loans can be a really helpful resource for achieving your goals. Our Loan Specialist put together all the info you need to determine if loans are right for your family.
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