Converse University's published cost of attendance is $38,838. Net price by income band shows meaningful variation: low-income families pay approximately $14,137, middle-income families pay around $23,610, and higher-income families pay approximately $29,105.
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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) | $38,838 |
| Tuition and Fees | $25,240 |
| Room and Board | $13,380 |
| Books and Supplies | $800 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$15,555 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $23,283 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $14,137 |
| $30–48k | $18,500 |
| $48–75k | $23,610 |
| $75–110k | $24,754 |
| $110k+ | $29,105 |
Converse University's published cost of attendance is $38,838. Net price by income band shows meaningful variation: low-income families pay approximately $14,137, middle-income families pay around $23,610, and higher-income families pay approximately $29,105. Azimuth ranks Converse University #981 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. Converse's aid structure combines need-based and merit components to reshape the sticker price across income levels. The institution participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. Families apply for need-based aid using the FAFSA; merit scholarships are available for qualifying students. The gap between published cost and net price reflects the institution's commitment to financial aid, though the affordability rank indicates that post-graduation debt service remains a meaningful consideration relative to peer institutions. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $27,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $21,000; 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 $44,925, median federal debt of $27,000 projects to a monthly payment of about $305 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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Graduates of Converse University earn median 4-year earnings of $44,925, placing Converse University in the 2.8 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Converse University #1211 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings profile reflects Converse University's concentration in education and human-services fields, where graduates move into stable, in-demand roles with steady career progression. The program lineup centers on Education, which anchors both enrollment and earnings outcomes. Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services is the largest program with 22 graduates, followed by Psychology, General with 18 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $44,498 — approximately 0.9× the national benchmark for the field. Special Education and Teaching and Business Administration round out the core program portfolio, with Business Administration graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $55,503 at approximately 0.8× the national benchmark. Biology, General completes the top five by enrollment. This program concentration in Education creates a coherent earnings narrative: graduates enter fields with predictable career ladders and employer demand, supporting long-term financial stability in SC.
