Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $46,179
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $46,179
- Average Net Price
- $24,028
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 26.5%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $10,101
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $5,772
- Books & Supplies
- $600
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $56,880
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,050
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $266/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 77.1%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 49.9%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 26.5%
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 | $11,886 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $12,998 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $14,569 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $24,880 |
| $110,001+ | $35,148 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Despite a sticker price near $57,000, most families pay far less at College of the Atlantic. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay just $11,886 annually, while those from wealthier households earning over $110,000 pay $35,148. The average net price sits at $24,028 across all income levels. Over four years, expect to pay between $48,000 and $140,000 depending on family income.
Half of students take federal loans, graduating with a median debt of $25,050. Monthly loan payments average $266, which represents a significant chunk of the typical graduate's $40,264 median earnings after ten years. The college's unique human ecology focus attracts students passionate about environmental issues, but the financial reality means wealthy families get the best value. Students from middle-class families face the toughest squeeze between limited aid and substantial costs.
Half of students take federal loans, graduating with a median debt of $25,050. Monthly loan payments average $266, which represents a significant chunk of the typical graduate's $40,264 median earnings after ten years. The college's unique human ecology focus attracts students passionate about environmental issues, but the financial reality means wealthy families get the best value. Students from middle-class families face the toughest squeeze between limited aid and substantial costs.
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