Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $55,704
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $55,704
- Average Net Price
- $29,550
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 23.2%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $12,930
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $12,930
- Books & Supplies
- $800
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $69,434
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 84.4%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 63.1%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 23.2%
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 | $21,011 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $24,494 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $24,284 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $28,757 |
| $110,001+ | $35,699 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Families typically pay $29,550 annually at Illinois Wesleyan, far below the $55,704 sticker price. Lower-income families pay around $21,000 per year, while those earning over $110,000 pay about $35,700. Over four years, expect total costs between $84,000 and $143,000 depending on family income. The 4-1-4 calendar system means intensive January terms that can add educational value without extra tuition.
Graduates leave with a median debt of $27,000, translating to $286 monthly payments. With median earnings of $70,871 ten years out, loan payments represent just 5% of income for typical graduates. The 84% loan repayment rate suggests most alumni manage their debt successfully. Students from working-class families get the strongest financial package here, paying roughly one-third of what wealthy families contribute while accessing the same small liberal arts college experience.
Graduates leave with a median debt of $27,000, translating to $286 monthly payments. With median earnings of $70,871 ten years out, loan payments represent just 5% of income for typical graduates. The 84% loan repayment rate suggests most alumni manage their debt successfully. Students from working-class families get the strongest financial package here, paying roughly one-third of what wealthy families contribute while accessing the same small liberal arts college experience.
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