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57.2%Acceptance
$56,386Tuition
6,819Students
71%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$52,901Earnings
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Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$56,386
Out-of-State Tuition
$56,386
Average Net Price
$55,359
Students Receiving Financial Aid
15.3%
Room & Board (On Campus)
$29,874
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$29,874
Books & Supplies
$1,300
Total Cost of Attendance
$87,560
Median Debt at Graduation
$22,266
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$236/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
62.2%
Students Taking Federal Loans
25.9%
Pell Grant Recipients
15.3%

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 $48,206
$30,001 – $48,000 $51,201
$48,001 – $75,000 $52,728
$75,001 – $110,000 $56,942
$110,001+ $61,849

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Cost Overview

Most New School families pay between $48,206 and $61,849 annually depending on income, despite the $87,560 sticker price. Over four years, expect to spend $193,000 to $247,000 total. The school draws creative students willing to invest heavily in their artistic education.

Graduates typically earn $52,901 ten years out, while managing $22,266 in debt with monthly payments around $236. That debt load represents less than six months of typical graduate earnings. Only 25% of students need federal loans, suggesting many families can afford the steep costs upfront. Just 25% receive institutional grants averaging $20,482.

Students from the lowest-income families get the best financial deal here. Their $48,206 net price represents significant aid compared to wealthier students who pay closer to full freight. The school's reputation in fashion and design through Parsons makes the investment worthwhile for those pursuing creative careers.

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