Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $12,859
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $38,365
- Average Net Price
- $18,292
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 19.5%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $14,272
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $13,814
- Books & Supplies
- $1,030
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $28,161
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $19,976
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $212/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 62.8%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 30.4%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 19.5%
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 | $6,259 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $7,104 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $12,683 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $22,870 |
| $110,001+ | $27,144 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most Ohio State families pay far less than the $28,161 sticker price. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay just $6,259 per year, while those from families making over $110,000 pay $27,144. The middle class gets decent help too, with families earning $48,000-$75,000 paying $12,683 annually. Over four years, that ranges from $25,000 to $108,000 depending on your family's income. Only 30% of students take federal loans, and typical debt of $19,976 means monthly payments around $212 after graduation.
With median earnings of $60,409 ten years out, those loan payments represent about 4% of income for most graduates. Ohio State's size means it can offer good financial aid without the huge endowments of top private schools. In-state students get the best deal, making up 71% of enrollment and paying roughly half what out-of-state students pay even after aid.
With median earnings of $60,409 ten years out, those loan payments represent about 4% of income for most graduates. Ohio State's size means it can offer good financial aid without the huge endowments of top private schools. In-state students get the best deal, making up 71% of enrollment and paying roughly half what out-of-state students pay even after aid.
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