Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $46,820
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $46,820
- Average Net Price
- $16,478
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 27.9%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $18,650
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $15,910
- Books & Supplies
- $1,800
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $67,270
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $15,000
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $159/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 74.6%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 20.8%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 27.9%
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 | $8,188 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $8,563 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $12,057 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $11,674 |
| $110,001+ | $31,201 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families pay far less than Cooper Union's $46,820 sticker price thanks to the school's legendary commitment to affordable education. The average net price drops to just $16,478 annually. Families earning under $30,000 pay only $8,188 per year, while those making $30,000-$48,000 pay $8,563. Even upper-middle-class families earning $75,000-$110,000 pay just $11,674. Over four years, that totals $65,912 to $46,696 depending on income.
The school's financial model keeps debt remarkably low. Graduates carry a median debt of just $15,000, translating to monthly payments of $159. With median earnings hitting $83,847 ten years out, that's barely 2% of monthly income. Only 28% of students receive financial aid because Cooper Union historically offered free tuition to all students. Low-income students get the best deal here, attending one of America's most strong specialized colleges for the cost of community college.
The school's financial model keeps debt remarkably low. Graduates carry a median debt of just $15,000, translating to monthly payments of $159. With median earnings hitting $83,847 ten years out, that's barely 2% of monthly income. Only 28% of students receive financial aid because Cooper Union historically offered free tuition to all students. Low-income students get the best deal here, attending one of America's most strong specialized colleges for the cost of community college.
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