Lees-McRae College

What is the cost of studying for a year at Lees-McRae College?

For 2024-25, reported full-time undergraduate tuition was $30,500, with $3,350 in required fees, for both in-state and out-of-state students. The reported room-and-board charge was $16,030, and estimated books and supplies added $620. Together, those items total approximately $50,500 for an academic year before transportation, personal expenses, and any other applicable charges.

• Tuition and required fees: $33,850.
• Room and board: $16,030.
• Books and supplies: $620.

That published-cost illustration is not an individual aid offer. Reported average net price - which accounts for grant and scholarship aid but can still leave costs that families finance with savings, work, or loans - varied by family income. It was $22,733 for the lowest reported income bracket, covering families earning up to $48,000. Actual charges also depend on housing, meal plan, enrollment, and program.

Financial aid can substantially change the calculation. In the reported aid data, all students in the measured group received some form of financial aid, while 59% had student loans. Eligible students may be considered for federal grants and loans, North Carolina aid where applicable, and institutional scholarships through the college's aid process. Applicants should complete the FAFSA and compare an individual aid offer with a full cost-of-attendance budget; a loan reduces the immediate bill but must generally be repaid.

What are the work-study opportunities at Lees-McRae College?

Lees-McRae students can pursue career preparation through advising, job-search support, and potential student employment. Reported career services include individual and group counseling, résumé help, interview workshops, job fairs, employer recruitment, and alumni networking. An internship is not reported as a college-wide graduation requirement, although a specific major may require field or clinical experience.

Federal Work-Study, where awarded, is a need-based aid program that lets eligible students earn wages through qualifying jobs. It is different from a grant paid directly against tuition and from an ordinary part-time job. Students considering campus employment should check their financial aid offer for Work-Study eligibility, then ask how positions are posted and whether non-Work-Study jobs are also open to applicants. Job availability, hours, and earnings should not be assumed when building a budget.