Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $17,924
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $17,924
- Average Net Price
- $21,117
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 44.1%
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $8,792
- Books & Supplies
- $750
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $9,500
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $101/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 18.9%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 48.2%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 44.1%
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 | $19,429 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $22,608 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $23,262 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $26,400 |
| $110,001+ | $26,400 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Families at this small Augusta college typically pay $21,117 annually after aid, though costs vary dramatically by income. Low-income students pay $19,429 per year while those from families earning over $110,000 pay $26,400. Over two years, total costs range from $38,858 to $52,800.
The 56% graduation rate means many students don't finish their programs. Those who do graduate carry a median debt of $9,500, resulting in monthly payments around $101. With median earnings of $24,636 five years after graduation, loan payments consume about 5% of income. Only 11% of students receive institutional grants averaging $5,905.
Nearly half of students qualify for Pell Grants, reflecting the college's role serving lower-income families. Students from households earning under $48,000 get the best financial deal here, paying roughly $7,000 less annually than wealthy families.
The 56% graduation rate means many students don't finish their programs. Those who do graduate carry a median debt of $9,500, resulting in monthly payments around $101. With median earnings of $24,636 five years after graduation, loan payments consume about 5% of income. Only 11% of students receive institutional grants averaging $5,905.
Nearly half of students qualify for Pell Grants, reflecting the college's role serving lower-income families. Students from households earning under $48,000 get the best financial deal here, paying roughly $7,000 less annually than wealthy families.
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