Lee University's published cost of attendance is $35,688. Financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $12,834, families in the lower-middle range pay around $13,845, middle-income families pay about $17,029, families in the upper-middle range pay approximately $19,699, and higher-income families pay roughly $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 |
Lee University's published cost of attendance is $35,688. Financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $12,834, families in the lower-middle range pay around $13,845, middle-income families pay about $17,029, families in the upper-middle range pay approximately $19,699, and higher-income families pay roughly $24,641. Azimuth ranks Lee University #740 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. Lee University's aid structure is need-based, with financial aid distributed through federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional sources. The institution participates in federal aid programs and works with families to construct aid packages that address demonstrated financial need. Families apply using the FAFSA; some may also be asked to complete the CSS Profile depending on circumstances. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $25,750, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $24,000; 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 $47,559, median federal debt of $25,750 projects to a monthly payment of about $291 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 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.
