Fordham University's published cost of attendance is $82,762. Need-based financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $32,474, families in the lower-middle income band pay around $31,657, middle-income families pay about $37,313, families in the upper-middle income band pay approximately $42,030, and higher-income families pay around $52,228.
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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) | $82,762 |
| Tuition and Fees | $64,915 |
| Room and Board | $24,090 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,590 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$38,424 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $44,338 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $32,474 |
| $30–48k | $31,657 |
| $48–75k | $37,313 |
| $75–110k | $42,030 |
| $110k+ | $52,228 |
Fordham University's published cost of attendance is $82,762. Need-based financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $32,474, families in the lower-middle income band pay around $31,657, middle-income families pay about $37,313, families in the upper-middle income band pay approximately $42,030, and higher-income families pay around $52,228. Azimuth ranks Fordham University #1378 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. Fordham University meets demonstrated financial need for admitted students through a combination of need-based scholarships, grants, and loans. Families apply using the FAFSA and CSS Profile, and work-study is available as part of aid packages. The aid structure prioritizes need-based support, with merit scholarships available for select students. The difference between sticker price and net price reflects the institution's commitment to making a Fordham education accessible across income levels, though the affordability rank indicates families should carefully evaluate whether the net price aligns with their financial capacity. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $24,300, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $37,095; 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 Fordham University's median four-year earnings of $84,203, median federal debt of $24,300 projects to a monthly payment of about $275 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 Fordham University earn median 4-year earnings of $84,203, placing Fordham University in the 87.5 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. That figure runs above the $95,739 median at comparable institutions. Graduates earn about $1,806 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Fordham University in the 65.9 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Fordham University #127 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Fordham's concentration in business and professional fields. Finance is the largest program with 229 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $141,860, performing at 1.7x the national benchmark for the field. The Business Administration program graduates 198 students earning $90,192, while Psychology, General with 164 graduates reaches $62,273. Political Science and International Business round out the top five, with 156 and 153 graduates respectively earning $74,419 and $106,665. The concentration in Business — which represents a substantial share of Fordham's degree output — aligns with the institution's above-average earnings trajectory and contributes to its strong return-on-investment standing.
