Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $59,710
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $59,710
- Average Net Price
- $10,555
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 18.7%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $19,380
- Books & Supplies
- $1,050
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $80,140
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $10,320
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $109/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 86.4%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 3.0%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 18.7%
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 | $2,518 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $4,682 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $7,652 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $13,849 |
| $110,001+ | $39,943 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Princeton families earning under $100,000 pay almost nothing out of pocket. The net price ranges from $2,518 for families making under $30,000 to $13,849 for those earning $75,000-$110,000. Even wealthy families earning over $110,000 pay $39,943 annually, far below the $80,140 sticker price. Over four years, most middle-class families will spend $30,000-$55,000 total.
Princeton's no-loan policy means 97% of students graduate debt-free. The few who do borrow owe just $10,320 at graduation, translating to $109 monthly payments. With median earnings of $72,064 one year after graduation, loan payments represent less than 2% of income. Princeton's endowment allows the university to replace loans with grants for families earning under $100,000. Working-class and middle-class students get the best deal, often paying less than they would at state schools.
Princeton's no-loan policy means 97% of students graduate debt-free. The few who do borrow owe just $10,320 at graduation, translating to $109 monthly payments. With median earnings of $72,064 one year after graduation, loan payments represent less than 2% of income. Princeton's endowment allows the university to replace loans with grants for families earning under $100,000. Working-class and middle-class students get the best deal, often paying less than they would at state schools.
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