College can be affordable.

We're here to help you understand your actual cost of going to college, not just the price you see listed on a school’s website.

At LIM College, almost no student pays full tuition. Most receive scholarships, grants, or other forms of aid that directly reduce the cost.

Last year, LIM awarded more than $8 million total in financial aid — based on each student’s academic, financial, and personal situation.  

What You Really Pay: Cost of Attendance vs. Net Cost

Cost of Attendance:

The total estimated cost to attend (including tuition, fees, housing, meals, books, transportation, etc) before you receive any financial aid. This is listed on all college websites.  

 

2025-26 Cost of Attendance
(Full-Time Undergraduate Student)

Item Estimated Amount
Tuition & Fees $34,827
Housing $17,026
Meals (estimate; no meal plan) $4,000
Personal & Academic Expenses $3,600
Total Cost of Attendance $59,453

The information provided above is based on the 2025-26 academic year (two semesters) for an undergraduate student. For a complete list of all tuition, fees and estimated expenses for all programs, visit the Cost of Attendance page.  

Net Cost:

The actual amount you pay after financial aid is applied. 

   

2025-26 Average Net Cost
(Full-Time Undergraduate Student)

Item Estimated Amount
Total Cost of Attendance $59,453
Total Financial Aid – $33,542*
Estimated Net Cost
$25,911

* Based on the average total aid (scholarships, grants, federal aid, and loans) awarded to domestic first-year students entering LIM in Fall 2025.

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Get Your Personalized Cost Estimate

Use our Net Price Calculator to estimate your scholarships, grants, and likely net cost based on your academic and financial information. 

Estimate Your Net Cost

How to Apply for Financial Aid

Step 1: Complete the FAFSA

The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is a form that helps determine how much federal and state aid you may be eligible for, including grants that don’t need to be repaid.

What you’ll need:

  • Your FSA ID (create at studentaid.gov)
  • Your and/or your parent(s)’ tax returns
  • W-2s and income documents
  • Records of untaxed income (if applicable)
  • LIM School Code: 007466
Complete Your FAFSA

Step 2: Speak with a Financial Aid Counselor

Get support filling out forms, understanding your financial aid award letter, and planning tuition payments.

  • Book a personal appointment
  • Email: sfs@limcollege.edu
  • Phone: 212-310-0689 
Book an Appointment

More Options for Reducing Your Costs

LIM Scholarships & Grants 
Money that does not need to be repaid. Includes LIM merit awards, talent awards, partnership scholarships, and more.

Federal & State Aid
Includes work-study, federal loans, Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) for NY residents, parent loans, alternative loans, and state-specific programs.

FAFSA, Forms & Documents 
Explore our simplified hub for FAFSA help, any follow-up items, and access to verification forms (only if you’re selected and notified).

Additional Scholarships 
Many free online scholarship search services are available. We encourage you to use these resources to find additional opportunities to fund your education. 

Health Insurance Waiver 
Waiving automatic enrollment in the College health insurance plan could save you up to $2,350 per year. To waive the insurance plan, you must have:

  • Active health insurance that meets New York state minimum requirements
  • Proof of coverage (insurance card + policy details)
  • Waiver submitted before the deadline 

 

Learn More About Your Options From Our Director of Financial Aid 

Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions

Your FAFSA applies to the Fall, Spring, and Summer terms of the academic year you’re applying for. For example, a FAFSA for a given aid year will cover the Fall and Spring semesters of that year, plus the following Summer term.

No. International students are not eligible for federal or state aid. However, all students can apply for a private student loan with an eligible co-signer. Visit a lender comparison site and use mainstream online search engines to review some of your lender options. In addition, all students are eligible to be considered for LIM College scholarship funds.

Contact the Office of Student Financial Services (212-310-0689 / sfs@limcollege.edu) for additional assistance. 

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