Chadron State College's published cost of attendance is $21,132. Net price by income band reflects the institution's public tuition structure and need-based aid availability: low-income families pay approximately $10,047, middle-income families pay around $12,561, and higher-income families pay approximately $16,047.
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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) | $21,132 |
| Tuition and Fees | $8,290 |
| Room and Board | $9,984 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$8,583 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $12,549 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $10,047 |
| $30–48k | $10,090 |
| $48–75k | $12,561 |
| $75–110k | $14,674 |
| $110k+ | $16,047 |
Chadron State College's published cost of attendance is $21,132. Net price by income band reflects the institution's public tuition structure and need-based aid availability: low-income families pay approximately $10,047, middle-income families pay around $12,561, and higher-income families pay approximately $16,047. Azimuth ranks Chadron State College #146 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. Chadron State College participates in federal need-based aid programs, including Pell Grants and Direct Loans, alongside state and institutional aid. The institution's rural location in the Nebraska Panhandle contributes to a lower cost-of-attendance baseline compared with urban and suburban public universities, which shapes both sticker price and net-price positioning. Families should review the institution's financial aid page for current aid policies and application requirements. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $18,875, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $10,035; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $51,820, median federal debt of $18,875 projects to a monthly payment of about $213 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use .
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How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Chadron State College earn median 4-year earnings of $51,820, placing the institution in the 11.7 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $3,460 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Chadron State College in the 72.0 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Chadron State College #884 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Chadron State College's concentration in education and human services fields. Business Administration is the largest program with 80 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $58,263, at 0.9x the national benchmark for the field. Interdisciplinary Studies enrolls 55 graduates earning $44,030, while Teacher Education with 37 graduates reaches $45,577. Plant Sciences and Subject-Specific Teacher Education round out the top programs, with graduates earning $53,484 and $50,643 respectively. These outcomes reflect the institution's mission-driven focus on preparing educators and service professionals for careers in rural and underserved communities across the Great Plains.
