College Expense Comparison Worksheet

Financial
Aid

Expenses

When researching which college to attend, there are many factors to

consider cost of attendance, financial aid and many more. These factors
can play an important tool in deciding which college is the best choice for
you. Use the template below to note the financial characteristics of each
college campus you research. Research a 2- year institution (or trade
school), in/out of state public school, and a in/out state private school. When
finished comparing- rank in order that you would want to attend.

How much is tuition & fees?

How much is room and board?
Estimate the amount needed for books, supplies,
transportation, etc.
How much does it cost to apply to the college
(application fee)? If accepted, how much is the
deposit?
What is the deadline to apply for financial aid?
What forms must be submitted?
What percentages of students receive financial
aid?
What kinds of scholarships does the college
provide?

Living
Options

When is the deadline to apply?

What are the residence hall requirements?

What kind of dining options are available?

What is the cost of nearby apartments?

What would be the average cost of food if you did
not have a meal plan?
How much money would you need above and
beyond school expenses?

University of
Iowa
$8,079
$9,614
$3,168

University of
Arizona
$27,383
$9,714
$1,000

Stanford

$40

$75

$90

ASAP
FAFSA
81%

ASAP
FAFSA
83%

ASAP
FAFSA
66%

Presidential,
Old Gold, Iowa
Scholars
Award

National
Scholars
Award,
Excellence
Award
May 1st
Freshman in
dorms and
upper
classmen in
apartments
Wildcat Meal
Plan,
Commuter
Plan

Engineering,
AAUW,
COMTO

June
Freshman in
dorms and
upper
classmen in
apartments
Meal Plan

http://collegecost.ed.gov/

July 23rd
Freshman in
dorms and
upper
classmen in
apartments
Required to
purchase a
meal plan

$225 a month
$7 a meal

$7 a meal

$2,400
$7 a meal

$5,292

$5,292

$5,292

The following links might be helpful, or check out each schools website.

http://collegecost.ed.gov/catc/Default.aspx

$43,683
$13,166
$1,500