Hastings College's published cost of attendance is $51,422. Need-based financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $21,646, families in the lower-middle income band pay around $18,812, middle-income families pay about $21,933, families in the upper-middle income band pay approximately $24,986, and higher-income families pay around $27,290.
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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) | $51,422 |
| Tuition and Fees | $37,770 |
| Room and Board | $12,050 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,030 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$26,970 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $24,452 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $21,646 |
| $30–48k | $18,812 |
| $48–75k | $21,933 |
| $75–110k | $24,986 |
| $110k+ | $27,290 |
Hastings College's published cost of attendance is $51,422. Need-based financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $21,646, families in the lower-middle income band pay around $18,812, middle-income families pay about $21,933, families in the upper-middle income band pay approximately $24,986, and higher-income families pay around $27,290. Azimuth ranks Hastings College #1069 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions — in the 25th percentile for post-graduation affordability. 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. Hastings College uses the FAFSA to determine eligibility for need-based aid, which includes federal Pell Grants, federal Direct Loans, and institutional scholarships. The aid structure prioritizes demonstrated financial need, and merit scholarships may be available depending on academic and other qualifications. Families should review the institution's financial aid page for current aid policies and application deadlines. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $27,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $27,500; 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 the institution's median four-year earnings of $52,539, 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 .
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How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Hastings College earn median 4-year earnings of $52,539, placing Hastings College in the 12.4 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $8,375 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Hastings College in the 25.3 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Hastings College #1160 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Hastings College's program portfolio centers on Business, which anchors the institution's earnings profile. Business Administration is the largest program with 34 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $61,465, representing 0.9× the national benchmark for the field. Teacher Education and Kinesiology follow as significant enrollment drivers, with Kinesiology graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $48,238 — 0.9× the national benchmark. Psychology, General and Subject-Specific Teacher Education round out the institution's core academic offerings, contributing to a focused program mix that emphasizes applied, career-ready fields aligned with regional labor-market demand.
