Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $46,820
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $46,820
- Average Net Price
- $16,478
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 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. 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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