Linfield University's published cost of attendance is $65,935. Need-based financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $20,059, middle-income families pay around $22,806, and higher-income families pay approximately $32,519.
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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) | $65,935 |
| Tuition and Fees | $50,850 |
| Room and Board | $14,640 |
| Books and Supplies | $400 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$39,399 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $26,536 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $20,059 |
| $30–48k | $18,664 |
| $48–75k | $22,806 |
| $75–110k | $26,070 |
| $110k+ | $32,519 |
Linfield University's published cost of attendance is $65,935. Need-based financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $20,059, middle-income families pay around $22,806, and higher-income families pay approximately $32,519. Azimuth ranks Linfield University #1115 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. Linfield University participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. Families apply for need-based aid using the FAFSA and CSS Profile. 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 $25,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $36,067; 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 $81,180, median federal debt of $25,000 projects to a monthly payment of about $282 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 Linfield University earn median 4-year earnings of $81,180, placing Linfield University in the 86.9 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $18,530 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Linfield University in the 94.8 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Linfield University #116 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Linfield University's concentration in health-related fields. Nursing is the largest program with 238 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $109,374, performing at 1.2x the national benchmark for the field. The Kinesiology program graduates 38 students earning $58,347, while Psychology, General with 31 graduates reaches $53,493. Business Administration and Teacher Education round out the top five, with 19 and 17 graduates respectively earning $77,983 and $52,429. This program-level diversity within the health sciences and related professional fields supports Linfield University's overall earnings profile and positions graduates across multiple career pathways in stable, in-demand sectors.
