Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $34,600
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $34,600
- Average Net Price
- $28,862
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 56.6%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $10,696
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $14,679
- Books & Supplies
- $1,253
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $46,549
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $24,712
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $262/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 63.4%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 55.1%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 56.6%
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 | $20,428 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $21,626 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $26,342 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $40,662 |
| $110,001+ | $43,733 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families pay far less than Naropa's $46,549 sticker price. Low-income families ($0-30K) pay just $20,428 annually after aid, while middle-class families ($48-75K) pay $26,342. Over four years, that's $81,712 to $105,368 for most students. Only the wealthiest families pay close to full price at $43,733 per year.
Graduates carry a median debt of $24,712, translating to $262 monthly payments. That's manageable against the typical $28,720 in earnings ten years out, though early career salaries start low at $18,611. The 63.42% loan repayment rate suggests some struggle with payments initially. Students from families earning under $75K get the best deal at this contemplative education pioneer. The intimate 9:1 student-faculty ratio and Buddhist-inspired curriculum come at a premium, but financial aid makes it accessible for lower-income students seeking mindfulness-based learning.
Graduates carry a median debt of $24,712, translating to $262 monthly payments. That's manageable against the typical $28,720 in earnings ten years out, though early career salaries start low at $18,611. The 63.42% loan repayment rate suggests some struggle with payments initially. Students from families earning under $75K get the best deal at this contemplative education pioneer. The intimate 9:1 student-faculty ratio and Buddhist-inspired curriculum come at a premium, but financial aid makes it accessible for lower-income students seeking mindfulness-based learning.
Official Net Price Calculator
Get a personalized cost estimate from Naropa University:
Visit Official Net Price CalculatorThis links to the school's federally-required net price calculator for a personalized estimate.