Tuition & Fees
Affordable Private Education
Founded by the Congregation of Holy Cross, St. Edward's has provided access to affordable, quality private education for more than 125 years.
The university offers a scholarship and financial aid package for qualified CAMP students to offset tuition and other college expenses. This aid package covers all but $2,000 of first-year expenses.
Once you've been accepted for admission, you will be assigned a financial advisor who will work with you and your parents throughout your college career.
Tuition & Fees
Based on the costs for the 2013–2014 academic year, here are the tuition and other fees that St. Edward's pays for you as part of the CAMP students' financial aid package (with the exception of your contribution):
| Fall 2013 | Spring 2014 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $16,660 (paid) | $16,660 (paid) |
| Residence Hall, with roommates | $2,200–$3,375 (paid) | $2,200–$3,375 (paid) |
| Meal Plan | $1,950–$2,450 (paid) | $1,950–$2,450 (paid) |
| Technology Fee | $200 (paid) | $200 (paid) |
| Orientation Fee | $200* (paid) | $200*(paid) |
| Health Insurance | $775 (paid) | $775 (paid) |
| Car Permit | $225 | Prorated |
| Books and Supplies | $550 (paid) | $550 (paid) |
Residence Hall Rates
These rates are per person, per semester for the Fall 2013 and Spring 2014 semesters and are subject to change for the 2014–2015 academic year. Housing fees are generally paid by the CAMP student and depend upon the hall you choose.
| Freshmen Residence | Double Room | Suite: 2 Double Rooms with Shared Bath |
|---|---|---|
| East Hall | $2,180 | |
| Teresa Hall | $2,520 | |
| Basil Moreau Hall | $3,330 | $3,095 |
| Dujarié Hall | $3,330 | $3,095 |
| Edmund Hunt Hall | $3,155 | |
| Le Mans Hall | $3,155 |
| Upperclassmen Residence | Private Room | Double Room |
|---|---|---|
| East Hall | $3,385 | $2,180 |
| Basil Moreau Hall | $3,960 | $3,330 |
| Edmund Hunt Hall | $3,960 | |
| Le Mans Hall | $3,960 | |
| Lady Bird Johnson Hall | $3,640 | |
| Casa | $3,615 | $3,270 |
| Casitas | $3,615 |
Maryhill and Hilltopper Heights Apartments range from $2,960–$4,380 depending on the floor plan selected.
* Students only pay one Orientation Fee. Timing of fee is dependent upon term in which you enroll.
Awarding Process
CAMP students must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, as part of the application process.
For CAMP students, financial aid covers the cost of tuition, fees, books, living expenses, transportation, health insurance and a modest stipend to offset lost wages. The St. Edward's University financial aid package for CAMP students includes federal, state and university grants and scholarships. Most first-year expenses are covered with the exception of $2,000.
While the basic mission of CAMP is to provide support to complete the first two semesters of college, St. Edward's is committed to you through graduation. We guarantee three additional years of university grants if you maintain satisfactory progress toward a degree. Plus, students who achieve a strong grade point average (GPA) will qualify for additional aid.
FAFSA
Our financial aid package for CAMP students includes federal, state and institutional grants and scholarships. The package usually covers almost all expenses for the first year except $2,000. You may choose to pay the $2,000 by accepting a student loan given to you by the university. Many of our students also use outside scholarships to pay the remaining $2,000.
Make sure to list the St. Edward's federal school code, 003621, in the school release section.
About the FAFSA
Go online to the U.S. Department of Education beginning Jan. 1 of your senior year to complete your FAFSA. The FAFSA asks questions about a family's income and assets to determine an Expected Family Contribution, or EFC.
Five Steps for Filing Your FAFSA
Step 1: Get a four-digit PIN issued (one to parents; one to the student) by the Department of Education.
Step 2: Complete the 2013–2014 "FAFSA on the Web" Worksheet to gather the financial information you'll need to complete the formal FAFSA.
Step 3: File your 2013–2014 FAFSA, listing the St. Edward's federal school code, 003621, in the school release section.
Step 4: Check the status of your FAFSA online or use the Federal Student Aid Information Center automated hotline (800-433-3243).
Step 5: Review your Financial Aid Package from St. Edward's, and respond by May 1 to secure your financial aid.
Grants & Loans
During your freshman year as a CAMP student at St. Edward’s, you'll receive a financial aid package to cover your college expenses, including:
- Tuition and fees
- Books and supplies
- On-campus housing and a meal plan
- Travel stipend
- Health insurance
- A modest monthly living stipend
Your financial aid package may include federal, state, and institutional grants and will usually cover almost all expenses for your first year except $2,000. You may choose to pay the $2,000 by accepting a student loan given to you by St. Edward’s. Instead of loans, many students secure outside scholarships to pay the remaining $2,000.
Ongoing Financial Support
While the basic mission of CAMP is to help you complete your first two semesters of college, our commitment to you continues through graduation. In fact, we guarantee three additional years of grants from St. Edward’s if you maintain satisfactory progress toward a degree — and we’ll extend additional support if you achieve a strong GPA.
If you maintain a 2.5–2.99 GPA, you'll receive financial aid that covers tuition and provides $500 per year toward the cost of on-campus housing. If you maintain at least a 3.0 GPA, you'll have tuition covered and will receive $1,000 per year toward on-campus housing.
Payment Plans
You and your family can take advantage of two flexible payment options:
Monthly Arrangement Payment Plan
Through this university-sponsored program, students may pay all or part of the semester's balance through equal, monthly payments. Various plans are available, ranging from two to four months.
Third-Party Billing
At a student's request, St. Edward's will bill entities (such as the Texas Tomorrow Fund) that pay for all or part of a student's tuition cost.