Tuition & Financial Aid
We admit inquisitive, brilliant, and capable students, regardless of your ability to pay. Our Financial Aid Office is committed to working with you and your family to ensure a Warren Wilson education is accessible and affordable. And our Free Tuition Programs provide even greater access for eligible undergraduates.
Big News! Lower Tuition
Who you are and what you want out of life should guide your college search — not the price tag.
We lowered our tuition price to $25,500 in 2025— nearly 40% lower than the previous year. And every student receives financial aid, to reduce the cost even more.
Committed to Affordability
The “Fiske Guide to Colleges 2026” has named Warren Wilson College a “best buy” for the 20th time. With “quality academic offerings and affordable cost,” and a five-star student quality of life rating—not to mention “a strong international and environmental orientation”—we’re in a select class. And now with 40% lower tuition.
Fill out the FAFSA
Our Financial Aid Office awards need-based grants based on the results of your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). In addition to federal loans and grants, we award need-based grants in-house. We encourage all students to complete a FAFSA as soon as it’s available.
Our FAFSA school code is 002979.
Explore Our Free Tuition Programs
Our Free Tuition Programs for undergraduates help make Warren Wilson College a financial possibility. Explore them now and see how you might be eligible for free tuition.
North Carolina Free Tuition Plan
Learn MoreMilepost One Full Tuition Scholarship
Learn MoreMerit Scholarships
Our merit scholarship program recognizes achievement in academics, work, and service.
Learn MoreWork Award
Every residential student works on campus and earns at least $3,000 per year towards tuition through our Work Program, an invaluable experience with real-world value.
More about the Work ProgramInternational Student Aid
International students are eligible for merit and need-based aid.
Learn More2025-2026 Undergraduate Costs
| Tuition: | $25,500* |
| Food & Housing: | $13,450** |
| Fees | $1,040 |
| Total Estimated Costs: | $39,990 |
*Don’t forget that your $3,000 Work Award is applied directly to your tuition charges to reduce your costs!
(The Work Award is dependent on successful participation in the Work Program.)
**Based on Basic Room and Meals
There are direct and indirect costs of attending college. At Warren Wilson:
Direct Costs consist of tuition, food, housing, fees. These are items which will show on your student account statement and are directly billed to the student.
Indirect costs will not show on your student account statement but are estimated costs associated with attending college. These may include books, supplies, equipment, transportation, personal, and miscellaneous expenses.
Total Indirect Costs:
| On-Campus | $5,556 |
| Off-Campus with Family | $14,800 |
| Off-Campus | $23,500 |
If you have questions about the total cost of attendance, contact our Financial Aid Team at finaid@warren-wilson.edu or call/text (828) 771-2082.
Estimated Aid & Costs
Curious about what your financial aid offer might look like?
Use our 2025 – 2026 Net Price Calculator to receive an estimate of your financial aid award and remaining costs.