Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $17,027
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $17,027
- Average Net Price
- $21,299
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 76.0%
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $26,886
- Books & Supplies
- $1,399
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $9,500
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $101/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 43.5%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 84.9%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 76.0%
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 | $21,193 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $21,217 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $21,296 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $21,517 |
| $110,001+ | $21,754 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families pay around $21,300 annually regardless of income level, since net costs barely vary from $21,193 for the lowest earners to $21,754 for families making over $110,000. Over four years, expect to spend roughly $85,200 total. Only 13.56% of students receive institutional grants averaging $5,702.
The debt picture looks manageable at first glance. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, leading to monthly payments around $101. However, that payment represents a significant chunk of early career earnings, which start at just $16,696 in the first year after graduation. Even five years out, the median salary of $29,123 means loan payments consume over 4% of gross income.
Students from all income backgrounds pay similar amounts here, but those from working-class families who qualify for Pell Grants (75.96% of students) get the best relative value since federal aid helps offset the consistent pricing.
The debt picture looks manageable at first glance. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, leading to monthly payments around $101. However, that payment represents a significant chunk of early career earnings, which start at just $16,696 in the first year after graduation. Even five years out, the median salary of $29,123 means loan payments consume over 4% of gross income.
Students from all income backgrounds pay similar amounts here, but those from working-class families who qualify for Pell Grants (75.96% of students) get the best relative value since federal aid helps offset the consistent pricing.
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