No Tuition, No Kidding!

What Does this Mean for you?
As a Berea College student, you will receive the highest quality education without breaking the bank.

Our No-Tuition Promise guarantees no student pays tuition. Berea students pay an average of $1,000 toward housing, meals, and fees, with financial assistance for books available.

Berea is committed to offering students of great promise and limited economic resources a world-class education. But don’t just take our word for it – read what some of our students are saying about Berea College.

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  • Berea saw my potential and helped me reach it. I've also discovered a true passion for my field of study. it puts me at ease knowing my family isn't suffering financially for my college education. Austin Birmingham, alabama, health and human performance major.
  • i chose berea because i saw it as a gateway of opportunities and a home for diverse thinking. berea has added new members to a family i never knew i needed, and has given memories that will last a lifetime." Monica springfield, tennessee nashville big picture high school biology major
  • I wanted to attend a college that was invested in me and wanted me to succeed. the faculty and staff really look out for the best interests of the students. to me, berea college is synonymous with opportunity. Starry greenville, south carolina southside high school african and african-american studies, theatre major
  • berea college has a community like no other, and it drew me in. it's something i had to be a part of. now, the possibilities for my future are endless. I'll graduate with little to no debt. the tuition promise scholarship ensures my hard work is being rewarded. Shadia Knoxville, Tennessee, austin east high school, asian studies and compute science major
  • because of economic hardships, i was convinced i would never attend college and pursue my dreams - until I found berea. And with it's reputation for academic success, I don't have to worry about being underqualified for any job in my future. Seth. Hazard Kentucky. Perry County Central High school. Political science and history major.
  • i chose berea because it offers a quality education within a unique, well-rounded community. It exemplifies the ideals of service learning and prepares its students for success. Javier. Decatur, Alabama. Austin High School. Computer Science/mathematics major.
  • Berea college is home to me. they welcomed and accepted me with open arms. I will greaduate with job experience on my resume, connections that will last a lifetime, and little or no debt. Austin. charleston, west virginia. south charleston high school. child and family studies major
  • berea helped make my dreams a reality. I've got an opportunity to achieve success both within and outside the classroom, and pursue my ideal future. Keven. Chattanooga, Tennessee. Center for creative arts, communications major
  • there is no other place like berea, and i chose it because it's so different. it's also so nice for me and my family to know i won't be swimming in debt when i leave school. i will graduate debt free! Jada. Chattanooga, Tennessee. Lookout Valley High School. history major
  • berea offers a prestigious liberal arts at a low cost, special opportunities, and diversity at its best. my decision to attend berea was my first step towards creating my future. mellanee. birmingham alabama. g.w. carver high school. psycology major
  • i chose berea because it's not too far from home, affordable, and beautiful. I stayed for the community and the experiences I've had that wouldn't be possible elsewhere. the tuition promise scholarship shows me and my family that berea already sees me as a success. Andrea. Nashville, Tennessee. Martin Luther King High School. Political Science Major
  • a small college helped me build personal connections with professors, which has opened up opportunities for my future and created a mentoring dynamic. the tuition promise scholarship takes a giant financial load off my family's shoulders. tiara decatur, alabama austin high school asian studies major
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  • "Berea actually cares about your dreams, and you as a person. they help you achieve your goals, even when they seem impossible. without berea i would have major student debt. instead, i have even saved money for my future!"
  • berea offers incredible opportunities to students who love learning and crave knowledge, regardless of who they are, where they come from or how much money they have. Chioma. London, Kentucky. South Laurel High School. Nursing Major
  • as a first generation college student, i chose berea to be able to carry my family one step further. I wanted to step out of my comfort zone and grow, and berea has exposed me to more diversity than I would experience. you can't put a price on berea education. bria, birmingham, alabama. ramsay high school. computer science major
  • berea college makes me feel like i matter. i can be myself here because everyone is so genuine. this isn't a school that's just looking to take your money. Alberto Greenville, south Carolina Carolina high school and academy. political science and communication major.
  • i chose berea because i heard the education department is the best available. choosing berea allowed me to achieve my dream of studying abroad, and equips me with a prestigious degree that will help my future career. Courtney Knoxville, Tennessee. Karns High School. Education Major
  • I came to berea because I wanted the best education available and to be part of a community that values diversity. it's given me the chance to get a quality education without my financial background affecting that decision. Brianna Lexington, Kentucky bryan station high school business administration major.
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