Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $15,944
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $26,668
- Average Net Price
- $24,704
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 25.8%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $13,820
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $13,448
- Books & Supplies
- $1,840
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $31,604
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $265/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 67.9%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 55.4%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 25.8%
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 | $17,269 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $17,288 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $21,857 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $26,446 |
| $110,001+ | $28,543 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families pay around $24,704 annually after aid, though costs vary dramatically by income. Families earning under $48,000 pay roughly $17,300 per year, while those making over $110,000 face nearly $28,500. Over four years, expect to spend between $69,200 and $114,000 depending on your family's financial situation.
The typical graduate leaves with $25,000 in debt, translating to $265 monthly payments. With median earnings of $54,468 in the first year after graduation, loan payments consume about 6% of gross income. The 68% loan repayment rate suggests some graduates struggle financially. Only 14% of students receive institutional grants averaging $9,834, meaning most families rely on federal aid or pay full price.
Lower-income families get the best deal here, paying roughly the same whether they earn $30,000 or $48,000 annually.
The typical graduate leaves with $25,000 in debt, translating to $265 monthly payments. With median earnings of $54,468 in the first year after graduation, loan payments consume about 6% of gross income. The 68% loan repayment rate suggests some graduates struggle financially. Only 14% of students receive institutional grants averaging $9,834, meaning most families rely on federal aid or pay full price.
Lower-income families get the best deal here, paying roughly the same whether they earn $30,000 or $48,000 annually.
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