Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $4,380
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $14,430
- Average Net Price
- $5,749
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 30.8%
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $8,128
- Books & Supplies
- $1,920
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $7,646
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $81/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 12.3%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 2.9%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 30.8%
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 | $5,561 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $5,260 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $7,512 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families at Olive-Harvey pay around $5,749 after aid, though costs vary by income. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay $5,561 annually, while those from higher-income households ($48,000-$75,000) face $7,512 per year. Over two years, expect total costs between $11,122 and $15,024.
The community college keeps debt burdens manageable for its predominantly working-class student body. Graduates carry a median debt of just $7,646, translating to monthly payments of $81. With median earnings reaching $31,114 ten years after enrollment, loan payments represent a reasonable portion of income. Only 2.86% of students take federal loans, reflecting the school's affordability mission.
Low-income students get the best financial deal here. Nearly 31% receive Pell Grants, and families earning under $48,000 pay roughly the same amount annually. The 98.53% in-state enrollment shows this South Side institution serves its local community affordably.
The community college keeps debt burdens manageable for its predominantly working-class student body. Graduates carry a median debt of just $7,646, translating to monthly payments of $81. With median earnings reaching $31,114 ten years after enrollment, loan payments represent a reasonable portion of income. Only 2.86% of students take federal loans, reflecting the school's affordability mission.
Low-income students get the best financial deal here. Nearly 31% receive Pell Grants, and families earning under $48,000 pay roughly the same amount annually. The 98.53% in-state enrollment shows this South Side institution serves its local community affordably.
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