Published cost of attendance is $54,073. After need-based aid, low-income families pay approximately $18,059, middle-income families pay around $22,793, higher-income families pay approximately $30,449.
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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) | $54,073 |
| Tuition and Fees | $40,848 |
| Room and Board | $14,188 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$29,382 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $24,691 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $18,059 |
| $30–48k | $18,000 |
| $48–75k | $22,793 |
| $75–110k | $31,425 |
| $110k+ | $30,449 |
Published cost of attendance is $54,073. After need-based aid, low-income families pay approximately $18,059, middle-income families pay around $22,793, higher-income families pay approximately $30,449. Azimuth ranks Caldwell University #960 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions, in the 32.7 percentile. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $25,000; families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $21,989. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $64,716, median federal debt projects to a monthly payment of about $282 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 Caldwell University earn median 4-year earnings of $64,716, placing Caldwell University in the 64.5 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $8,206 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Caldwell University in the 83.1 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Caldwell University #470 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Caldwell University's concentration in health-related fields. Nursing is the largest program with 79 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $103,559, which represents 1.2x the national benchmark for the field. The Psychology, General program graduates 45 students with median 4-year earnings of $56,977, at 1.1x the benchmark. Business Administration and Business Administration round out the top programs, with 33 and 26 graduates respectively earning $74,113 and $54,225 four years after enrollment. This program mix — anchored in Health — aligns with stable, in-demand career pathways that support long-term financial outcomes.
