
Sample Aid Package and Costs
Unmatched Financial Aid
The Financial Freedom Pledge is delivered to each student through three commitments that shape a financial aid offer and comprehensive package.
The amount every enrolled student pays for tuition, housing, food, fees, and supplies
Starting Fall 2027, Berea College will guarantee 100% of tuition, housing, food, fees, and supplies are covered without loans for all students.
Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Berea College the #1 "Best Bang for the Buck" College in the South in its 2024 College Guide and Rankings
Fully Funded College Degree
The nation's first fully funded, no-loan degree—covering 100% of tuition, housing, food, fees, and supplies—for every enrolled student.
In order to create the best financial aid package possible, we blend generous funding from Berea with federal and state grants, the Work College Program, your personal outside scholarships, and additional awards you may be eligible for.
Family A
Household: Two children, two parents Household Income: $44,000 Cost of Attendance $69,942 Your Expected Contribution $0 Calculated Need $69,942 Scholarships / Grants $67,442 Work College Program $2,500 Loans $0 Total Aid Awarded $69,942
Family B
Household: Three children, single parent Household Income: $36,000 Cost of Attendance $69,942 Your Expected Contribution $0 Calculated Need $69,942 Scholarships / Grants $67,442 Work College Program $2,500 Loans $0 Total Aid Awarded $69,942
Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Berea College the #1 "Best Bang for the Buck" College in the South in its 2024 College Guide and Rankings
Net Price Calculator
The Net Price Calculator generates an estimated financial aid offer. Please note, this calculator does not guarantee financial eligibility, admission, or financial aid. It is a tool for your family to use for planning purposes and currently represents an aid package for the 2026-2027 aid year, not the Financial Freedom Pledge that will begin in Fall 2027.