Published cost of attendance is $57,565. After need-based aid, low-income families pay approximately $23,436, middle-income families pay around $24,131, higher-income families pay approximately $32,152.
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Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
| Cost Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Cost of Attendance (Sticker Price) | $57,565 |
| Tuition and Fees | $45,000 |
| Room and Board | $15,460 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$29,427 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $28,138 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $23,436 |
| $30–48k | $23,701 |
| $48–75k | $24,131 |
| $75–110k | $28,016 |
| $110k+ | $32,152 |
Published cost of attendance is $57,565. After need-based aid, low-income families pay approximately $23,436, middle-income families pay around $24,131, higher-income families pay approximately $32,152. Azimuth ranks Alvernia University #1222 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions, in the 14.3 percentile. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $27,000; families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $36,500. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $67,275, median federal debt projects to a monthly payment of about $305 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios, use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
How much students borrow and whether debt is manageable given outcomes.
Debt is well below typical first-year earnings — generally considered very manageable.
How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Alvernia University earn median 4-year earnings of $67,275, placing Alvernia University in the 71.3 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $1,192 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Alvernia University in the 63.6 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Alvernia University #500 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Alvernia University's concentration in health and allied health fields. Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other is the largest program with 66 graduates, anchoring the institution's economic profile. The Nursing program graduates 65 students earning median 4-year earnings of $94,679, performing at 1.1× the national benchmark for the field. The Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General program graduates 45 students with median 4-year earnings of $56,203, at 0.9× benchmark. Criminal Justice and $58,810 earnings reflect 1.1× benchmark performance among nonprofit four-year institutions. The concentration in Health — representing 19% of degrees — drives consistent outcomes in fields with steady employer demand and clear career pathways.
