Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $59,340
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $59,340
- Average Net Price
- $36,037
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 14.7%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $17,049
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $17,049
- Books & Supplies
- $1,000
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $77,389
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,844
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $232/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 73.1%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 30.1%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 14.7%
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 | $20,820 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $21,648 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $28,981 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $30,753 |
| $110,001+ | $46,428 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Despite a sticker price approaching $78,000, most University of Denver families pay far less thanks to substantial aid packages. The average net price sits at $36,037, meaning a four-year degree costs around $144,000 for typical students. Lower-income families get the best breaks, with those earning under $30,000 paying just $20,820 annually. Even middle-class families earning $75,000-$110,000 face costs of $30,753 per year.
Graduates leave with a manageable median debt of $21,844, translating to monthly payments of $232. That's reasonable against median earnings of $71,155 ten years out. The 73% loan repayment rate shows most alumni handle their debt successfully. Students from wealthy families earning over $110,000 get the worst deal, paying $46,428 annually with minimal aid. Only 15% of students receive Pell Grants, reflecting DU's appeal to affluent families who can afford private education.
Graduates leave with a manageable median debt of $21,844, translating to monthly payments of $232. That's reasonable against median earnings of $71,155 ten years out. The 73% loan repayment rate shows most alumni handle their debt successfully. Students from wealthy families earning over $110,000 get the worst deal, paying $46,428 annually with minimal aid. Only 15% of students receive Pell Grants, reflecting DU's appeal to affluent families who can afford private education.
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