Discover 11 Tuition-Free Colleges
With all the discussion that tends to surround the cost of college and amounting student loan debts
We’ve compiled some tuition-free colleges for you to consider below.
Barclay College
Located in Kansas, this is a private Christian college that offers full-tuition coverage for all students (even out of state and international students) when they live on campus while attending their school.
College of the Ozarks
This is a free college to attend for those residents in Missouri; students from out of state will have to pay $310 per credit hour, which is still pretty reasonable. Those who qualify to attend at no cost will need to work regularly and be able to provide proof of work; this will include at least one 40 hour work week each break in the semester as well as 15 hours per week during semesters.
Deep Springs College
This college used to be for men only, but after a ruling in California in 2018 women are now able to attend. This college is free for all but does require some money to cover book and insurance fees. Students who attend will get a liberal arts education while working on the cattle and alfalfa farm. This is a 2 year school.
U.S. Air Force Academy
While this Colorado-based school is free and ranks high in education, students will be required to serve in the military after their schooling completion. After military serving, though, a degree from this school can help in obtaining a number of desirable positions in the private sector.
U.S. Coast Guard Academy
This academy is located in Connecticut. Students are able to attend for free, however, service in the military is a requirement after graduation. After military serving, though, a degree from this school can help in obtaining a number of desirable positions in the private sector.
U.S. Marine Academy
Students who attend this academy will receive free education and are not required to serve in the military following graduation. They will also have an opportunity to spend a year at sea on a cruise vessel working in and exploring different countries. This school is based in New York.
U.S. Naval Academy
This school is free to attendees and is located in Maryland. Students are required to join the Navy after graduation and serve. After navy serving, though, a degree from this school can help in obtaining a number of desirable positions in the private sector.
U.S. Military Academy (West Point)
This college is free for attendees but is also notoriously hard to get into. Students must also play on a sports team each semester they attend. This school is located in New York and will require service in the military after graduation.
Berea College
Located in Kentucky, this four-year college offers a $100,000 tuition-free to its students through what it calls the Tuition Promise Scholarship. Students who attend this school will need to work at least 10 hours per week on campus in order to pay for books and room and board.
Alice Lloyd College
Also located in Kentucky, this school gives free tuition to students who reside in the Central Appalachian area. Residents in other areas of Kentuck, Ohio, West Virginia, Tennessee and Virginia can also apply for free tuition. Students will also be required to hold school jobs while attending.
Curtis Institute of Music
This school, located in Philadelphia, does not charge its students any tuition fees; however, there are some annual charges for health services, internet, and other fees that will be the responsibility of attendees.
Education Grants
Don’t let money stand in the way of education and career goals! One of the most sought after forms of aid is an education grant. Education grants are free money provided to help individuals pay for college.
