Erskine College's published cost of attendance is $55,248. Net price by income band reflects the institution's need-based aid structure: low-income families pay approximately $14,555, middle-income families pay around $18,652, and higher-income families pay approximately $18,942.
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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) | $55,248 |
| Tuition and Fees | $36,710 |
| Room and Board | $13,250 |
| Books and Supplies | $2,200 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$38,723 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $16,525 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $14,555 |
| $30–48k | $12,666 |
| $48–75k | $18,652 |
| $75–110k | $16,405 |
| $110k+ | $18,942 |
Erskine College's published cost of attendance is $55,248. Net price by income band reflects the institution's need-based aid structure: low-income families pay approximately $14,555, middle-income families pay around $18,652, and higher-income families pay approximately $18,942. Azimuth ranks Erskine College #627 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. Erskine College participates in federal need-based aid programs, including Pell Grants and Direct Loans, alongside institutional aid. The college's aid structure is designed to meet demonstrated financial need for admitted students. Families apply using the FAFSA and should review Erskine's financial aid page for current aid policies and merit-based scholarship opportunities, which may reduce net price further for qualifying students. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $27,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $19,774; 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 $48,305, 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 Erskine College earn median 4-year earnings of $48,305, placing Erskine College in the 9.4 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $20,235 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Erskine College in the 5.4 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Erskine College #1397 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Erskine College's program portfolio centers on Business, which anchors the institution's earnings profile. Business Administration is the largest program with 31 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $54,921, representing 0.8× the national benchmark for the field. Subject-Specific Teacher Education and Biology, General round out the top programs by enrollment, with Kinesiology and American History (United States) also contributing to the institution's degree output. These programs collectively reflect Erskine College's focus on applied, professional fields that connect directly to regional labor markets and stable career pathways.
