Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $50,550
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $50,550
- Average Net Price
- $21,497
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 21.2%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $13,770
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $11,370
- Books & Supplies
- $1,200
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $65,520
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 80.4%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 44.7%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 21.2%
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 | $10,779 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $13,431 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $17,317 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $22,346 |
| $110,001+ | $28,164 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most Centre families pay around $21,500 annually after aid, not the $65,520 sticker price. Low-income students pay just $10,779 per year, while wealthy families ($110K+) still pay only $28,164. Over four years, that means costs range from $43,116 to $112,656 depending on family income. The college meets significant financial need through institutional grants averaging $37,116 for recipients.
Graduates typically leave with $27,000 in debt, translating to $286 monthly payments. With median earnings of $66,240 ten years out, loan payments represent about 5% of income. The 80% loan repayment rate suggests manageable debt loads for most students. Centre's 10:1 student-faculty ratio and strong alumni network in Kentucky help justify the investment.
Students from lower-income families get the best financial deal here. The college's generous aid makes this strong liberal arts education accessible to families earning under $48,000 annually.
Graduates typically leave with $27,000 in debt, translating to $286 monthly payments. With median earnings of $66,240 ten years out, loan payments represent about 5% of income. The 80% loan repayment rate suggests manageable debt loads for most students. Centre's 10:1 student-faculty ratio and strong alumni network in Kentucky help justify the investment.
Students from lower-income families get the best financial deal here. The college's generous aid makes this strong liberal arts education accessible to families earning under $48,000 annually.
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