Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $35,650
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $35,650
- Average Net Price
- $42,354
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 31.4%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $18,071
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $20,232
- Books & Supplies
- $2,324
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $56,045
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 61.3%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 46.5%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 31.4%
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 | $36,856 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $39,821 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $39,513 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $44,804 |
| $110,001+ | $45,712 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families pay between $37,000 and $46,000 annually at this specialized art college, well below the $56,045 sticker price. Low-income families ($0-30K) pay around $36,856 per year, while wealthy families ($110K+) pay $45,712. Over four years, expect total costs between $147,000 and $183,000. Only 31% of students receive federal financial aid, suggesting many families can afford the full freight.
Graduates leave with a median debt of $27,000, translating to $286 monthly payments. With median earnings of $47,867 ten years out, loan payments consume about 7% of income. The 61% loan repayment rate indicates some graduates struggle financially. Women make up 75% of the student body at this Laguna Beach institution. California residents get no tuition discount since everyone pays the same $35,650. The best deal goes to lower-income students who qualify for need-based aid.
Graduates leave with a median debt of $27,000, translating to $286 monthly payments. With median earnings of $47,867 ten years out, loan payments consume about 7% of income. The 61% loan repayment rate indicates some graduates struggle financially. Women make up 75% of the student body at this Laguna Beach institution. California residents get no tuition discount since everyone pays the same $35,650. The best deal goes to lower-income students who qualify for need-based aid.
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