Lenoir-Rhyne University's published cost of attendance is $44,621. Net price by income band reveals how financial aid reshapes that headline figure: low-income families pay approximately $18,669, middle-income families pay around $17,209, and higher-income families pay approximately $25,866.
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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) | $44,621 |
| Tuition and Fees | $31,900 |
| Room and Board | $13,400 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,360 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$23,932 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $20,689 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $18,669 |
| $30–48k | $18,768 |
| $48–75k | $17,209 |
| $75–110k | $21,878 |
| $110k+ | $25,866 |
Lenoir-Rhyne University's published cost of attendance is $44,621. Net price by income band reveals how financial aid reshapes that headline figure: low-income families pay approximately $18,669, middle-income families pay around $17,209, and higher-income families pay approximately $25,866. Azimuth ranks Lenoir-Rhyne University #876 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. Lenoir-Rhyne University uses need-based financial aid to close the gap between sticker price and what families actually pay. Families apply using the FAFSA and may qualify for federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid. The aid structure prioritizes demonstrated financial need, and work-study is available as part of aid packages for eligible students. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $26,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $28,512; 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 $57,711, median federal debt of $26,000 projects to a monthly payment of about $294 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use .
How much students borrow and whether debt is manageable given outcomes.
Debt is well below typical first-year earnings — generally considered very manageable.
How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Lenoir-Rhyne University earn median 4-year earnings of $57,711, placing Lenoir-Rhyne University in the 32.6 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $2,739 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Lenoir-Rhyne University in the 69.2 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Lenoir-Rhyne University #758 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. These outcomes reflect a trajectory where graduates see meaningful earnings growth in the early career years, contributing to solid long-term financial returns relative to the cost of attendance. The earnings pattern is anchored in Business, which represents the institution's primary focus and drives much of the return story. Nursing is the largest program with 56 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $78,839, performing at 0.9x the national benchmark for the field. The Kinesiology program graduates 47 students earning median 4-year earnings of $53,609, at 1.0x the benchmark. Additional programs including Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Biology, General, and Digital Marketing round out the portfolio, collectively shaping graduate outcomes across applied professional and business-focused fields. The concentration in Business aligns with regional labor-market demand in North Carolina, where employers actively recruit graduates into stable, career-track positions.
