We’re Here for You
Paying for college can seem overwhelming, but rest assured Elms College is here for you with an experienced financial aid team ready to help! On average 97% of our undergraduate students receive financial aid. Learn more about financial aid with the Financial Aid FAQs.
Tuition
When planning for college costs, the following is a starting point. The Net Price Calculators (left) provide a further estimate, but are also for planning purposes only.
2025-2026 UNDERGRADUATE TUITION
| Tuition* | Room and Board** | Fees*** | Orientation Fee | First Year Seminar Fee | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resident | $42,540 | $15,917 | $2,025 | $75 | $150 | $60,707 |
| Commuter | $42,540 | N/A | $1,721 | $75 | $150 | $44,486 |
* Tuition does not include books and supplies
** Residents are also required to submit a refundable $250 security fee. Dorm rooms include bed, desk and bureau. Bedding and other personal items not included.
*** Certain majors, such as nursing, may require additional fees for labs or clinicals.
| Room Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Room and Board(Residents are also required to submit a refundable $250 security fee. Dorm rooms include bed, desk and bureau. Bedding and other personal items not included.) | $15,917 |
| Private Room | $18,196 |
| Double Room buyout rate annually | $20,475 |
*A limited number of buyouts will be available at the discretion of Residence Life
| Meal Plan | Cost |
|---|---|
| All You Care to Eat 200 (200 meals and $100 dollars per semester) | Included in Room and Board costs above |
| All You Care to Eat Ultimate (Unlimited meals and $100 dollars per semester) | $192 |
NOTE: Commuter meal plans are available for non-residential students as well as graduate and post-bacc students living in Gaylord, Casino, or Grant.
| Sophomore | Junior | Senior | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | $300 | $300 | $300 |
| Spring | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| ATI (annual) | $1,512 | $1,512 | $1,512 |
| Total | $1,812 | $1,812 | $1,812 |
| Year 1 | Year 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | $300 | $300 |
| Spring | $ | $ |
| Summer | $ | N/A |
| ATI (annual) | $2,268 | $2,268 |
| Total | $2,568 | $2,568 |
IMPORTANT: In addition to the fees, all students carrying 9 credits or more are required to have health insurance. To enroll in the Elms College plan, or to submit a waiver with proof of other insurance, go to https://www.universityhealthplans.com/letters/letter.cgi?group_id=492.
Financial Aid
We are committed to using all possible resources to put together an offer that makes sense for you — 95% of our undergrads receive some form of Financial Aid.
To apply for financial aid, students must complete a FAFSA on studentaid.gov. Once the FAFSA is complete, and the student is accepted into a program at Elms, we will assemble an individualized offer for you. Our staff is available to guide you through this process. Please contact the Financial Aid Office at 413-265-2249 or finaid@elms.edu with your questions pertaining to the financial aid process.