How expensive is it for students to attend AUW, compared to other institutions?
The comprehensive fee structure for students at AUW is currently being developed, but projected tuition, room and board expenses are around US $10,000 per year. By committing to provide scholarships and financial aid to those who are unable to afford the such costs, AUW guarantees talented young women’s access to education without regard to their financial abilities. AUW will therefore target its resources for the education of those who need support, in contrast to many public universities where subsidy is provided to everyone irrespective of financial need. It is also important to note that since most public universities receive significant state subsidies, tuition and fees at these institutions do not reflect the actual costs of programs. The biggest recurring expense for most universities is faculty salary. While some public universities are able to withstand fiscal constraints by renouncing competitive wages for faculty members, quite often this causes the best teachers and academi
