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54.4%Acceptance
$36,650Tuition
1,100Students
55%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$51,509Earnings
Private nonprofit4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalResearch UniversityNCAA Division IIIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24Roman Catholic

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$36,650
Out-of-State Tuition
$36,650
Average Net Price
$16,135
Students Receiving Financial Aid
27.3%
Room & Board (On Campus)
$11,200
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$9,000
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$49,050
Median Debt at Graduation
$26,827
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$284/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
58.7%
Students Taking Federal Loans
54.5%
Pell Grant Recipients
27.3%

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 $11,206
$30,001 – $48,000 $11,412
$48,001 – $75,000 $15,526
$75,001 – $110,000 $16,001
$110,001+ $22,642

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Cost Overview

Families at Mount St. Joseph pay an average net price of $16,135 annually, far below the $49,050 sticker price. Low-income students (under $30K) pay just $11,206 per year, while wealthy families ($110K+) pay $22,642. Over four years, costs range from $45,000 to $90,000 depending on family income. About 27% of students receive institutional grants averaging $24,500.

Graduates leave with a median debt of $26,827, translating to monthly payments of $284. With median earnings of $51,509 ten years after graduation, loan payments consume about 7% of income. The 58% loan repayment rate suggests some graduates struggle financially. Employment sits strong at 98% after graduation.

Working-class Catholic families get the best deal here. The Sisters of Charity founded this Cincinnati university to serve students who need financial support, and the aid formula still reflects that mission.

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