Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $4,519
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $17,719
- Average Net Price
- $4,153
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 28.0%
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $10,912
- Books & Supplies
- $1,538
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 48.4%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 0.0%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 28.0%
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 | $3,816 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $3,264 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $5,781 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $6,860 |
| $110,001+ | $132 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families at Walters State pay far less than the $4,519 sticker price. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay just $3,816 per year after aid. Those from middle-income families ($30,000-$48,000) get an even better deal at $3,264 annually. The college serves as an affordable stepping stone for East Tennessee families, with 97.86% of students staying in-state. Over two years, total costs range from $6,528 to $7,632 for most students.
The school's focus on career training shows in the outcomes. Graduates earn a median of $37,085 ten years later, which helps explain the strong 95.2% employment rate. Nearly 30% of students receive institutional grants averaging $6,386. The federal loan rate sits at zero percent, meaning students avoid debt entirely. Low-income students get the best financial deal here, paying roughly half what they would at most Tennessee four-year schools.
The school's focus on career training shows in the outcomes. Graduates earn a median of $37,085 ten years later, which helps explain the strong 95.2% employment rate. Nearly 30% of students receive institutional grants averaging $6,386. The federal loan rate sits at zero percent, meaning students avoid debt entirely. Low-income students get the best financial deal here, paying roughly half what they would at most Tennessee four-year schools.
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