Published cost of attendance is $62,745. After need-based aid, low-income families pay approximately $24,007, middle-income families pay around $26,096, higher-income families pay approximately $34,878.
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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) | $62,745 |
| Tuition and Fees | $46,800 |
| Room and Board | $13,800 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,485 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$31,102 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $31,643 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $24,007 |
| $30–48k | $25,400 |
| $48–75k | $26,096 |
| $75–110k | $29,982 |
| $110k+ | $34,878 |
Published cost of attendance is $62,745. After need-based aid, low-income families pay approximately $24,007, middle-income families pay around $26,096, higher-income families pay approximately $34,878. Azimuth ranks Desales University #1267 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions, in the 11.1 percentile. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $25,788; families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $33,790. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $74,078, median federal debt projects to a monthly payment of about $291 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 DeSales University earn median 4-year earnings of $74,078, placing Desales University in the 74.6 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $3,275 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Desales University in the 71.2 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Desales University #252 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Desales University's concentration in health-related fields. Nursing is the largest program with 110 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $91,887, performing at 1.0x the national benchmark for the field. The Business Administration program graduates 63 students earning $79,595, while Criminal Justice with 41 graduates earns $64,020. Biology, General and Digital Marketing round out the top five, with 40 and 38 graduates respectively earning $76,125 and $72,203. The dominance of Health programs — which account for a substantial share of degrees — aligns with stable, in-demand career pathways that support consistent post-graduation earnings and long-term financial security.
