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73.2%Acceptance
$43,936Tuition
1,288Students
65%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$51,539Earnings
Private nonprofit4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalLiberal ArtsStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$43,936
Out-of-State Tuition
$43,936
Average Net Price
$20,197
Students Receiving Financial Aid
32.8%
Room & Board (On Campus)
$12,920
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$12,920
Books & Supplies
$850
Total Cost of Attendance
$57,706
Median Debt at Graduation
$25,000
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$265/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
66.1%
Students Taking Federal Loans
54.9%
Pell Grant Recipients
32.8%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
Family Income Average Net Price
$0 – $30,000 $14,882
$30,001 – $48,000 $14,337
$48,001 – $75,000 $17,521
$75,001 – $110,000 $22,976
$110,001+ $28,045

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Cost Overview

Families typically pay $20,197 annually at this all-women's college, though costs vary dramatically by income. The lowest-earning families ($0-30K) pay just $14,882 per year, while the highest earners ($110K+) pay $28,045. Over four years, students accumulate about $80,788 in total costs after aid.

The typical graduate leaves with $25,000 in debt, translating to $265 monthly payments. With median earnings of $51,539 ten years out, loan payments consume about 6% of gross income. The college awards institutional grants averaging $29,825 to about 26% of students. Nearly 55% of students take federal loans.

Low-income students get the strongest financial deal here. They pay roughly half what wealthy families do, making this historically women's institution accessible across economic backgrounds. In-state students comprise 88% of enrollment, keeping most North Carolinians close to home.

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