Published cost of attendance is $35,688. After need-based aid, low-income families pay approximately $12,834, middle-income families pay around $17,029, higher-income families pay approximately $24,641.
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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) | $35,688 |
| Tuition and Fees | $23,790 |
| Room and Board | $10,110 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,320 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$16,810 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $18,878 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $12,834 |
| $30–48k | $13,845 |
| $48–75k | $17,029 |
| $75–110k | $19,699 |
| $110k+ | $24,641 |
Published cost of attendance is $35,688. After need-based aid, low-income families pay approximately $12,834, middle-income families pay around $17,029, higher-income families pay approximately $24,641. Azimuth ranks Lee University #740 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions, in the 48.1 percentile. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $25,750; families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $24,000. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $47,559, median federal debt projects to a monthly payment of about $291 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios, use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
How much students borrow and whether debt is manageable given outcomes.
Debt is moderate relative to earnings. Manageable for most graduates, but higher-debt borrowers should plan carefully.
How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Lee University earn median 4-year earnings of $47,559, placing Lee University in the 9.0 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $18,172 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Lee University in the 7.3 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Lee University #1354 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Lee University's concentration in health-related fields. Nursing is the largest program with 86 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $70,388, representing 0.8x the national benchmark for the field. The Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries program graduates 69 students with median 4-year earnings of $45,844, and Psychology, General delivers median 4-year earnings of $46,719 for 64 graduates. These programs anchor Lee University's return story, with health sciences and related fields providing stable, in-demand career pathways that support strong long-term financial outcomes.
