Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $32,842
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $32,842
- Average Net Price
- $22,012
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 28.6%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $11,162
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $11,400
- Books & Supplies
- $2,000
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $46,004
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $19,500
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $207/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 52.1%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 33.7%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 28.6%
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 | $20,938 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $21,646 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $21,133 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $22,526 |
| $110,001+ | $23,451 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Families at University of Charleston pay an average of $22,012 per year after financial aid, making the four-year total about $88,048. The net price stays fairly consistent across income levels, ranging from $20,938 for families earning under $30,000 to $23,451 for those earning over $110,000. This unusual pricing pattern means middle-class families don't get squeezed as much as they do at many private schools.
Graduates leave with a median debt of $19,500, which translates to monthly payments of $207. With median earnings of $55,774 ten years after graduation, that payment represents less than 5% of gross income, which is quite manageable. Only 34% of students take federal loans, suggesting many families can afford the costs without heavy borrowing. Students from lower-income families get the best financial deal here, paying roughly the same amount as wealthier families despite the $32,842 sticker price.
Graduates leave with a median debt of $19,500, which translates to monthly payments of $207. With median earnings of $55,774 ten years after graduation, that payment represents less than 5% of gross income, which is quite manageable. Only 34% of students take federal loans, suggesting many families can afford the costs without heavy borrowing. Students from lower-income families get the best financial deal here, paying roughly the same amount as wealthier families despite the $32,842 sticker price.
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