Houghton University's published cost of attendance is $31,143. Need-based financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $19,147, middle-income families pay around $19,312, and higher-income families pay approximately $22,424.
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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) | $31,143 |
| Tuition and Fees | $18,430 |
| Room and Board | $11,360 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$10,624 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $20,519 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $19,147 |
| $30–48k | $18,503 |
| $48–75k | $19,312 |
| $75–110k | $19,974 |
| $110k+ | $22,424 |
Houghton University's published cost of attendance is $31,143. Need-based financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $19,147, middle-income families pay around $19,312, and higher-income families pay approximately $22,424. Azimuth ranks Houghton University #895 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. Houghton University meets demonstrated financial need for admitted students through a combination of need-based scholarships, grants, and federal loans. Families apply using the FAFSA and CSS Profile to determine eligibility for institutional aid. The aid structure prioritizes need-based support, and work-study is available as part of aid packages for students who qualify. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $25,250, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $37,863; 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 $41,835, median federal debt of $25,250 projects to a monthly payment of about $285 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 Houghton University earn median 4-year earnings of $41,835, placing Houghton University in the 1.8 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $23,400 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Houghton University in the 3.9 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Houghton University #1454 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Houghton University's concentration in business and professional fields. Business Administration is the largest program with 37 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $60,393, at 0.9× the national benchmark for the field. Biology, General and Psychology, General represent substantial enrollment cohorts and contribute to the institution's overall earnings profile. Communication and Media Studies graduates earn median 4-year earnings of $45,134 at 0.8× the national benchmark, while Teacher Education with 15 graduates rounds out the top programs. The concentration in Business — representing the institution's primary degree focus — aligns with stable, professional career pathways that support consistent long-term earnings growth.
