Financial Aid and Costs
Investing in You
With a focus on both personal and professional growth, a Guilford College education is an investment with limitless returns.
The value of Guilford also extends to affordability. Whether you're new to college, transferring to Guilford, or applying as a graduate student, we want to give you an extraordinary college experience that's kind to your budget. To achieve this, our team of financial aid experts works closely with you to create an aid package that best meets your needs. From scholarships and grants to work-study and loans, you have great options at Guilford to keep your goals well within reach.
Student Debt Relief
Federal Student Aid and the Biden-Harris Administration have announced loan-forgiveness plans of up to $20,000 for prior Pell-Grant recipients and up to $10,000 for all other loan borrowers. To be eligible, the borrower's annual income must be below $125,000 (individuals) and $250,000 (married couples/head of households). If the U.S. Department of Education doesn’t have your income data — or if you don’t know if the U.S. Department of Education has your income data — the administration will launch a simple application in the coming weeks. Borrowers can view their loan balances and check their Pell Grant status by logging into their Federal Student Aid account online at studentaid.gov.
The application for the loan forgiveness program is now open at https://studentaid.gov/welcome/?redirectTo=%2F.
Please visit studentaid.gov/debt-relief-announcement/ for the most up-to-date information.
Tuition and Fees
As a new student coming into Guilford, you get the peace of mind knowing your tuition will remain the same for all four years. We also spell out every cost associated with your education so you know exactly what you’re paying for.
Commitment to Affordability
100 percent of Guilford’s full-time, first-year students who enrolled during fall 2022 received a scholarship.
$36,500 Financial Aid Average
Guilford is committed to giving you an exceptional education at an affordable price. In fall 2022, the average financial aid offer with all sources of aid (federal work study and federal loans included) was $36,500 per year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Our Financial Aid counselors are available to answer any questions you may have before you add or drop a class.
Depending on when you withdraw, you may be eligible for a tuition refund. Contact the Office of the Registrar to learn more. In addition, contact the Office of Financial Aid to find out how withdrawing could affect your aid package.
Fall semester tuition is due Aug. 15.
Here's an explanation of all our fees.
- Student Activity Fee is used to fund student organizations.
- Orientation Fee is a one-time charge to help pay for Guilford orientation, alcohol education, meals and small group sessions.
- Follett ACCESS Book Fee is a per semester fee to ensure your books are available to you by the first day of class.
- Room and Board: Unmarried students under the age of 23 are required to live on campus and eat in our dining facilities. If you’re a local student, you can apply to live at home with your parents or guardians. Contact the Residential and Housing office to learn more.
