Wheaton College Tuition and Fees

This page provides a clear breakdown of estimated expenses for the upcoming school year to help you plan and budget for your education. Understand the full cost of attending Wheaton College, including tuition, housing, and meal plans, as well as the average financial aid package. Whether you’re a current or prospective undergraduate or exploring graduate study, you’ll find up-to-date tuition information and helpful links to financial aid resources.

What Does it Cost to Go to Wheaton?

For the 2026-2027 academic year, the typical direct billable cost for on-campus undergraduate students in the school of arts and sciences is $63,804— this covers tuition, double occupancy housing, food, and fees (additional fees for students in the Conservatory vary). 

Based on Wheaton College's academic scholarships and need-based financial aid, qualified students do not pay this full amount.

Actual Cost for On-Campus Undergraduate Students

The actual cost of a Wheaton College education is reduced for qualified students based on grants and scholarships thanks to the generous support of generations of alumni and friends. Your actual costs will be determined by the information provided on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Average Financial Aid Package

For the 2025-2026 academic year, the average financial aid package for incoming first-year students at Wheaton College—including scholarships, grants, and loans—was $36,622, significantly lowering the out-of-pocket cost for many students.

2026-2027 Estimated Billed Costs

• Tuition (see cost breakdown): $49,000
• Average Course Fees: $184 (additional fees for Conservatory students will vary)
• Housing (see cost breakdown): $8,380 for double occupancy residence
• Food (see cost breakdown): $5,890
• Health and Wellness Fee: $350
• Total Cost: $63,804 (Note: qualified students will not pay this amount)

New first year and transfer students will be assessed an additional fee of $995 for Passage: The Orientation Program of Wheaton College. Financial assistance for Passage will be determined by information provided on a student's FAFSA and their financial aid eligibility. No further application is required.

Wheaton: A Place to Step Boldly into Your Calling and Launch into Kingdom Service

Why is Wheaton College a top value in Christian higher education?

Wheaton is a premiere Christian liberal arts college that offers academic scholarships and need-based financial aid to qualifying students thanks to the generous support of generations of alumni and friends. This assistance — alongside other financial aid resources — enables Wheaton alumni to graduate with far less debt than alumni of our peer institutions.

Learn more about the value of a Wheaton education here.

When should I start thinking about financial aid?

In a perfect world? As soon as you begin considering colleges you think you’d like to attend. In reality? Most students and families pay attention to financial aid when they start the application process in their senior year of high school. Here are several milestones—including Wheaton-specific deadlines—to keep in mind as you plan for financial aid.

How do I apply for financial aid at Wheaton College?

Whether you’re seeking financial aid from the federal government or scholarships and grants from Wheaton, you’ll start by filling out your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (a.k.a, the FAFSA). New and current Wheaton College students must submit a FAFSA every year they plan to attend for financial aid consideration.

Review the rest of the financial aid application process here.