Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $51,640
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $51,640
- Average Net Price
- $50,209
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 24.5%
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $17,272
- Books & Supplies
- $4,000
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $31,000
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $329/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 69.7%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 35.6%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 24.5%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $42,545 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $40,905 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $46,301 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $52,165 |
| $110,001+ | $60,976 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families at Art Center pay around $50,209 per year after aid, which adds up to about $200,800 for four years. The cost varies dramatically by family income though. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay $42,545 annually, while those from wealthy families (over $110,000) pay $60,976. Only 24.5% of students receive any financial aid at all, and just 7.45% get institutional grants averaging $16,665.
Graduates typically leave with $31,000 in debt, translating to monthly payments of $329. That's manageable given that alumni earn a median of $71,958 ten years after graduation. The math works better for Art Center than most art schools because its automotive and transportation design programs lead to solid industry jobs. Students from lower-income families get the best deal here, saving nearly $20,000 per year compared to wealthy students who pay close to full price.
Graduates typically leave with $31,000 in debt, translating to monthly payments of $329. That's manageable given that alumni earn a median of $71,958 ten years after graduation. The math works better for Art Center than most art schools because its automotive and transportation design programs lead to solid industry jobs. Students from lower-income families get the best deal here, saving nearly $20,000 per year compared to wealthy students who pay close to full price.
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