Tuition and Aid
Frostburg State is committed to being one of the nation’s most affordable universities and is a great value for today’s students: You’ll graduate with a well-respected degree—and without a mountain of debt. Annual tuition and expenses are within reach for many undergraduate students. Curious about how you can afford your education? Let's talk.
Cost of Attendance
The cost of attendance is the sticker price, and for most families at Frostburg State, is not the number they will pay. Once scholarships, grants, and student loans have been applied, the amount left is the actual cost, which often times is less than the original sticker price.
The following figures are an estimate of average total costs and is used to determine need for financial aid. Please visit the financial aid website for full details and the most up-to-date information.
Maryland Resident Cost of Attendance
Billed expenses for the 2023-2024 academic year
| Tuition | $7,110 |
|---|---|
| Room and Board (depending on type of accommodation) | $11,352 |
| Fees | $2,888 |
| TOTAL ESTIMATED BILLED EXPENSES | $21,350 |
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Other expenses
| Books and Supplies | $1,400 |
|---|---|
| Personal Expenses | $1,000 |
| Transportation | $750 |
= Total Estimated Cost of Attendance |
$24,500 |
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Regional Resident Cost of Attendance
Regional residents are residents of Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia that live within 120 miles of Frostburg.
Billed expenses for the 2023-2024 academic year*
| Tuition | $16,446 |
|---|---|
| Room and Board (depending on type of accommodation) | $11,352 |
| Fees | $2,888 |
| TOTAL ESTIMATED BILLED EXPENSES | $30,686 |
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Other expenses
| Books and Supplies | $1,400 |
|---|---|
| Personal Expenses | $1,000 |
| Transportation | $750 |
= Total Estimated Cost of Attendance |
$33,836 |
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Out-of-State Cost of Attendance
Billed expenses for the 2023-2024 academic year
| Tuition | $22,292 |
|---|---|
| Room and Board (depending on type of accommodation) | $11,352 |
| Fees | $2,888 |
| TOTAL ESTIMATED BILLED EXPENSES | $36,532 |
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Other expenses
| Books and Supplies | $1,400 |
|---|---|
| Personal Expenses | $1,000 |
| Transportation | $950 |
= Total Estimated Cost of Attendance |
$39,882 |
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Reduced Tuition Regional Radius
Residents of Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, and Ohio living within 120 miles of Frostburg receive reduced tuition for out-of-state residents. Talk to our admissions counselors to learn more and have your questions answered.
Financial Aid
Frostburg offers a number of ways to assist you with your college expenses, including scholarships, grants, loans and campus employment, depending on your individual financial need and GPA.
Scholarships
Incoming first year and transfer students are automatically screened for academic scholarships, so applying for admission early is recommended for priority scholarship consideration.
Net Price Calculator
The Net Price Calculator can give you an early indication of how much and what types of financial aid you might qualify for if you were a college freshman attending school full-time. The net price calculator will only give you an estimate of your net price and aid eligibility.
Types of Aid
Need-based grants and scholarships are based upon the income and asset data provided by the family in federal (FAFSA) and institutional (Profile) aid applications. Merit-based scholarships are offered on the basis of academic performance, artistic or athletic talent, or other contributions the student may demonstrate.
Get Started
We pride ourselves on making an excellent education accessible and affordable. Simply input your GPA and test scores (optional) in the calculator below to see if you may be eligible for a merit-based scholarship. Awards for transfer and international students are not included in this calculator.
For full scholarship consideration, submit your application and all application materials by December 1. You may still be considered for scholarships after this deadline has passed.
Fill out the calculator to see if you may be eligible for a merit-based scholarship.