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77.3%Acceptance
$15,236Tuition
1,566Students
68%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$60,110Earnings
#5 in MarylandPublic4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalLiberal ArtsNCAA Division IIIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$15,236
Out-of-State Tuition
$31,312
Average Net Price
$18,362
Students Receiving Financial Aid
20.2%
Room & Board (On Campus)
$14,672
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$12,887
Books & Supplies
$950
Total Cost of Attendance
$30,858
Median Debt at Graduation
$21,000
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$223/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
80.3%
Students Taking Federal Loans
42.2%
Pell Grant Recipients
20.2%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
Family Income Average Net Price
$0 – $30,000 $3,618
$30,001 – $48,000 $9,370
$48,001 – $75,000 $14,955
$75,001 – $110,000 $20,010
$110,001+ $25,256

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Cost Overview

Most families pay far less than the $30,858 sticker price at St. Mary's College. The average net price drops to $18,362 after aid. Low-income families (under $30K) pay just $3,618 annually, while middle-income families ($48-75K) typically pay $14,955. Even high earners ($110K+) see costs reduced to $25,256.

Over four years, expect to pay between $14,472 and $101,024 depending on your family's income. The typical graduate leaves with $21,000 in debt, translating to $223 monthly loan payments. With median earnings of $60,110 ten years out, these payments represent a manageable portion of income. The 80% loan repayment rate suggests most graduates handle their debt successfully.

Maryland residents get the strongest value proposition here. They comprise 91% of students and benefit from in-state tuition rates at what's a public honors college experience.

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