Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $10,750
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $13,750
- Average Net Price
- $14,469
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 51.4%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $8,400
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $8,400
- Books & Supplies
- $800
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $19,950
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $24,694
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $262/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 27.5%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 66.8%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 51.4%
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 | $12,462 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $14,635 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $15,427 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $15,442 |
| $110,001+ | $16,258 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most Salem University families pay between $12,462 and $16,258 per year after aid, depending on income. The lowest-earning families get the biggest break, while those making over $110,000 pay close to the full net price. Over four years, expect total costs between $49,848 and $65,032.
Only 33% of students receive institutional grants averaging $7,955. Two-thirds take federal loans. Graduates carry a median debt of $24,694, translating to monthly payments of $262. That's manageable against median earnings of $34,642 ten years out, but the 27% loan repayment rate suggests many struggle. The 27% graduation rate means most students leave without a degree but often with debt.
Low-income families get the best financial deal here, paying roughly half what wealthy families pay. West Virginia residents make up just 17% of students, so the school relies heavily on out-of-state enrollment.
Only 33% of students receive institutional grants averaging $7,955. Two-thirds take federal loans. Graduates carry a median debt of $24,694, translating to monthly payments of $262. That's manageable against median earnings of $34,642 ten years out, but the 27% loan repayment rate suggests many struggle. The 27% graduation rate means most students leave without a degree but often with debt.
Low-income families get the best financial deal here, paying roughly half what wealthy families pay. West Virginia residents make up just 17% of students, so the school relies heavily on out-of-state enrollment.
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