Heidelberg is committed to providing a transparent pathway to a quality, professional liberal arts education at a competitive price. We work with you to alleviate fears that you may have about making an investment in your education.
The FAFSA is now open for the 2025-26 academic year. Check out our “Applying for Aid” page for more information on the FAFSA and setting up your FSA ID.
We are excited to share our Visit Award opportunity! Any student who visits campus, gets accepted, and submits their FAFSA by March 15th will receive a $500 award for their first year on campus.
Investing in a Heidelberg education has a proven track record of success. Our students go on to have successful and fulfilling careers.
We are one of the most affordable private institutions in Ohio. Our sticker price might look scary, but what families actually pay on average (our net price) makes us a desirable option for students looking for a personalized education.
| Full-Time Direct Charges | |
|---|---|
| Tuition *based on 12-18 credit hours | $32,900 |
| Housing & Food | $12,285 |
| Technology Fee *based on a $25 credit hour rate | $750 |
| Total Direct Charges | $45,935 |
| Part-Time Tuition | |
|---|---|
| Tuition per credit hour *credit hours below 12 or above 18 will be billed at the per credit hour rate | $936 |
| Estimated Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Books | $1,500 |
| Personal & Travel | $1,500 |
| Full-Time Direct Charges | |
|---|---|
| Tuition *based on 12-18 credit hours | $34,183 |
| Housing & Food | $12,715 |
| Technology Fee *based on a $25 credit hour rate | $750 |
| Total Direct Charges | $47,648 |
| Part-Time Tuition | |
|---|---|
| Tuition per credit hour *credit hours below 12 or above 18 will be billed at the per credit hour rate | $1,140 |
| Estimated Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Books | $1,500 |
| Personal & Travel | $1,500 |
Federal Student Aid Estimator
The Federal Student Aid Estimator provides you with an estimate of how much federal student aid you may be eligible for in the 2024-25 award year.
Scholarships
Scholarships are generally merit-based and are awarded from a variety of sources and for a variety of reasons. Heidelberg offers both academic and talent scholarships for incoming students that renew each year.
I can’t afford a private school.
We get it. This can look daunting, but think again. The actual cost is different for each family based on need, merit, and other criteria. Heidelberg students come from all socioeconomic backgrounds.
I won’t receive any scholarships/financial help.
Yes, you will. Heidelberg offers a wide variety of ways to defray the cost of attendance including academic scholarships, talent awards, and a competition for top scholars to receive additional awards. 100% of our students receive aid from Heidelberg.
I'm going to end up with student debt.
You may, but you’ll also receive a valuable education that allows you to pursue your chosen career with the skills, experience, and confidence to be successful. Our students:
- Graduate in four years - We believe so strongly that our students will graduate on time that we have a Four-Year Graduation Guarantee. If you follow the steps and still don't graduate on time, we'll pay for you to finish.
- Land a job quickly - In the past two years, 10 majors had a 100% placement rate within six months of graduation. (Accounting - Biochemistry - Chemistry - Communication - Computer Science - Criminology - Environmental Science - Integrated Media - Music Education - Theatre)
- Are prepared to be successful - Our HYPE Career Ready Program helps you stand out in an increasingly competitive workforce.
It means you can afford an education that will challenge you academically, support your personal and professional development, and prepare you for a purposeful career.