Donnelly College

What is the cost of studying for a year at Donnelly College?

For 2024-25, Donnelly's reported full-time undergraduate tuition was $12,450, with $360 in required fees for both in-state and out-of-state students. Together, those published charges total $12,810 before books, transportation, housing, food, and other personal expenses. The reported part-time tuition rate was $412 per credit hour.

Reported books and supplies cost $600. Because Donnelly does not operate undergraduate housing, a student's living costs depend on their own arrangements; a room-and-board estimate should not be read as the price of a Donnelly residence hall or meal plan. Students comparing colleges should use a complete cost-of-attendance budget without adding the same expense twice.

Published charges are not necessarily what a student pays after aid. In the 2024-25 financial aid data, all students in the reported aid measure received some form of financial assistance, and 35% received student loans. Average grant aid across undergraduate recipients was reported at $7,920. For students in the $0-$48,000 family-income band, the reported average net price was $11,463. Net price is a group average after applicable grant and scholarship aid, not an individual award or a promise about the next academic year.

Eligible students may be able to use federal grants and loans, state assistance, and institutional scholarships. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the starting point for determining eligibility for many aid programs. Applicants should compare their own aid offer with the college's current tuition schedule and their realistic living and transportation budget.

What are the work-study opportunities at Donnelly College?

Students seeking paid work while enrolled should distinguish Federal Work-Study from ordinary part-time employment. Work-Study is need-based financial aid that can help an eligible student obtain a qualifying job; it is not a grant paid simply for enrolling, and an award does not automatically secure a position.

Applicants interested in Work-Study should complete the FAFSA and ask Donnelly's financial aid office about eligibility, available positions, and the hiring process. The college's career services - including job listings, résumé help, and interview preparation - may also assist students looking for work or internships. A general job or internship does not necessarily qualify as Federal Work-Study.