Elmhurst University's published cost of attendance is $54,679. Financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $17,892, middle-income families pay around $23,098, and higher-income families pay approximately $30,232.
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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) | $54,679 |
| Tuition and Fees | $42,955 |
| Room and Board | $14,528 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$30,494 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $24,185 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $17,892 |
| $30–48k | $18,377 |
| $48–75k | $23,098 |
| $75–110k | $25,419 |
| $110k+ | $30,232 |
Elmhurst University's published cost of attendance is $54,679. Financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $17,892, middle-income families pay around $23,098, and higher-income families pay approximately $30,232. Azimuth ranks Elmhurst University #798 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. Elmhurst University structures aid through need-based and merit-based components, with families applying through the FAFSA. The institution participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs to help bridge the gap between published cost and what families actually pay. For families weighing affordability against long-term outcomes, the net-price figures above provide a realistic starting point for financial planning. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $20,489, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $27,470; 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 $63,784, median federal debt of $20,489 projects to a monthly payment of about $232 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 Elmhurst University earn median 4-year earnings of $63,784, placing Elmhurst University in the 63.7 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $4,543 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Elmhurst University in the 74.6 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Elmhurst University #515 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Elmhurst University's concentration in business and professional fields. Psychology, General is the largest program with 93 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $52,264, performing at 1.0x the national benchmark for the field. The Business Administration program graduates 75 students earning $76,678, and Nursing contributes 56 graduates earning $79,372. Together, these programs anchor Elmhurst University's return profile, with Business representing the dominant degree concentration. The combination of strong program scale and solid early-career earnings demonstrates how Elmhurst University positions graduates for meaningful long-term financial outcomes.
