Johnson University's published cost of attendance is $34,244. Need-based financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $17,246, middle-income families pay around $23,206, and higher-income families pay approximately $24,860.
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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) | $34,244 |
| Tuition and Fees | $21,122 |
| Room and Board | $9,900 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$12,181 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $22,063 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $17,246 |
| $30–48k | $19,212 |
| $48–75k | $23,206 |
| $75–110k | $25,075 |
| $110k+ | $24,860 |
Johnson University's published cost of attendance is $34,244. Need-based financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $17,246, middle-income families pay around $23,206, and higher-income families pay approximately $24,860. Azimuth ranks Johnson University #726 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. Johnson University meets demonstrated financial need through a combination of need-based grants, loans, and work-study opportunities. Families apply using the FAFSA and CSS Profile to determine eligibility. The institution's aid structure prioritizes need-based support, allowing families to understand their expected contribution before enrolling. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $21,500, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $26,079; 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 $42,004, median federal debt of $21,500 projects to a monthly payment of about $243 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 Johnson University earn median 4-year earnings of $42,004, placing the institution in the 1.9 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $25,986 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Johnson University in the 2.7 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Johnson University #1423 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Johnson University's concentration in theology and religious studies. Bible/Biblical Studies is the largest program, graduating 157 students with median 4-year earnings of $39,600. Theological and Ministerial Studies and Business Administration together account for a substantial share of the degree output, with Theological and Ministerial Studies graduating 38 students and Business Administration graduating 23 students. The institution's program mix is anchored in Theology, which shapes both the earnings trajectory and the career pathways available to graduates in faith-based and educational leadership roles.
