Brandeis University's published cost of attendance is $86,448, but need-based aid substantially reshapes that figure across income levels. Low-income families pay approximately $13,363; middle-income families pay around $20,536; and higher-income families pay approximately $54,885.
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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) | $86,448 |
| Tuition and Fees | $68,080 |
| Room and Board | $19,944 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$50,712 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $35,736 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $13,363 |
| $30–48k | $15,135 |
| $48–75k | $20,536 |
| $75–110k | $26,784 |
| $110k+ | $54,885 |
Brandeis University's published cost of attendance is $86,448, but need-based aid substantially reshapes that figure across income levels. Low-income families pay approximately $13,363; middle-income families pay around $20,536; and higher-income families pay approximately $54,885. Azimuth ranks Brandeis University #1309 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown. Brandeis University's aid structure is need-based, with demonstrated financial need met in full under current financial aid policies. Families apply using the FAFSA and CSS Profile, and work-study is available as part of the aid package. The institution participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $25,648, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $35,451; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the Parent PLUS risk framework for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $76,742, median federal debt of $25,648 projects to a monthly payment of about $290 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
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How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Brandeis University earn median 4-year earnings of $76,742, placing Brandeis University in the 80.4 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. That figure runs well above the $67,139 median at comparable institutions. Graduates earn at roughly the same level as similar students at comparable institutions, placing Brandeis University in the 62.7 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Brandeis University #289 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Brandeis University's concentration in social sciences and analytical fields. Biology, General is the largest program with 154 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $58,384, performing at 1.0x the national benchmark for the field. The Business/Commerce, General program graduates 127 students with median 4-year earnings of $108,405, at 1.6x benchmark, while Economics reaches $95,872 with 125 graduates. Research Psychology and Public Policy Analysis round out the top programs, with 4-year earnings of $67,838 and $75,580 respectively. This program mix — anchored in Social Sciences — supports consistent outcomes across cohorts and contributes to the institution's strong value-added performance relative to peer institutions.
