Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $7,913
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $19,793
- Average Net Price
- $13,167
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 45.7%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $13,166
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $13,980
- Books & Supplies
- $836
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $21,915
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $18,000
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $191/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 57.7%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 37.1%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 45.7%
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 | $8,090 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $9,623 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $13,095 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $17,692 |
| $110,001+ | $22,695 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families pay far less than the $21,915 sticker price at Cal Poly Humboldt. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay just $8,090 net annually, while those from households making over $110,000 pay the full $22,695. The average net price across all families is $13,167 per year. Over four years, costs range from roughly $32,000 for low-income students to $91,000 for wealthy families.
Graduates typically leave with $18,000 in debt, translating to monthly payments of $191. That's manageable against the median starting salary of $47,626 ten years out, though early career earnings of $30,678 make those first few years tight. The 98% acceptance rate means almost everyone gets in, but only 47% graduate within six years. Low-income students get the best financial deal here, especially those passionate about environmental sciences or forestry programs that justify the remote location.
Graduates typically leave with $18,000 in debt, translating to monthly payments of $191. That's manageable against the median starting salary of $47,626 ten years out, though early career earnings of $30,678 make those first few years tight. The 98% acceptance rate means almost everyone gets in, but only 47% graduate within six years. Low-income students get the best financial deal here, especially those passionate about environmental sciences or forestry programs that justify the remote location.
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