Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $7,040
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $9,795
- Average Net Price
- $7,657
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 34.4%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $11,310
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $10,000
- Books & Supplies
- $560
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $18,910
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $13,875
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $147/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 32.8%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 17.7%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 34.4%
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 | $5,242 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $4,763 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $9,595 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $13,553 |
| $110,001+ | $13,286 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Families earning under $30,000 pay just $5,242 per year at Jackson College, while those making over $110,000 pay $13,286. The average student pays $7,657 annually, making this one of Michigan's most affordable options for a four-year degree. Over four years, total costs range from about $21,000 to $53,000 depending on family income.
Most graduates leave with $13,875 in debt, which translates to monthly payments of $147. With median earnings of $36,898 ten years after graduation, that payment takes up less than 5% of monthly income. Only 17.68% of students even need federal loans, and 96% of students come from Michigan, suggesting families see this as a smart in-state value. Low-income students get the best deal here, paying roughly half what middle-class families pay thanks to need-based aid that covers most costs.
Most graduates leave with $13,875 in debt, which translates to monthly payments of $147. With median earnings of $36,898 ten years after graduation, that payment takes up less than 5% of monthly income. Only 17.68% of students even need federal loans, and 96% of students come from Michigan, suggesting families see this as a smart in-state value. Low-income students get the best deal here, paying roughly half what middle-class families pay thanks to need-based aid that covers most costs.
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