Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $29,460
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $29,460
- Average Net Price
- $23,574
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 42.5%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $9,380
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $9,550
- Books & Supplies
- $1,845
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $40,685
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $23,200
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $246/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 68.2%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 60.1%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 42.5%
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 | $19,345 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $19,101 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $21,877 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $28,667 |
| $110,001+ | $28,269 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families at North Central University pay far less than the $40,685 sticker price. Students from families earning under $48,000 typically pay around $19,000 per year after aid, while those from higher-income families ($110,000+) still pay about $28,269 annually. Over four years, total costs range from roughly $76,000 to $113,000 depending on family income. The school gives institutional grants averaging $17,481 to about 22% of students, though 60% still need federal loans.
Graduates leave with a median debt of $23,200, translating to monthly payments of $246. With median earnings of $45,064 ten years after graduation, loan payments represent about 7% of income, which is manageable. The best deals go to lower-income students, who qualify for significant need-based aid, and strong students who might receive merit scholarships. As a small Christian college, North Central focuses more on need-based aid than merit awards.
Graduates leave with a median debt of $23,200, translating to monthly payments of $246. With median earnings of $45,064 ten years after graduation, loan payments represent about 7% of income, which is manageable. The best deals go to lower-income students, who qualify for significant need-based aid, and strong students who might receive merit scholarships. As a small Christian college, North Central focuses more on need-based aid than merit awards.
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