Lipscomb University's published cost of attendance is $55,117. Need-based financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $20,048, middle-income families pay around $24,124, and higher-income families pay approximately $31,265.
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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) | $55,117 |
| Tuition and Fees | $40,572 |
| Room and Board | $15,424 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,700 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$30,378 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $24,739 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $20,048 |
| $30–48k | $20,009 |
| $48–75k | $24,124 |
| $75–110k | $25,210 |
| $110k+ | $31,265 |
Lipscomb University's published cost of attendance is $55,117. Need-based financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $20,048, middle-income families pay around $24,124, and higher-income families pay approximately $31,265. Azimuth ranks Lipscomb University #819 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. Lipscomb University uses the FAFSA and CSS Profile to assess demonstrated financial need and structures aid packages using need-based grants, loans, and work-study. The institution's aid approach prioritizes closing the gap between sticker price and what families actually pay, though the effectiveness of that gap varies by income level. For families considering Lipscomb University, understanding how net price compares with other private institutions in the region can help contextualize the affordability picture — net price and sticker price can differ substantially, and the gap between them shapes the real cost families face. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $19,500, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $30,298; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures. Families should weigh any Parent PLUS obligations against need-based aid and non-loan financing alternatives before borrowing — see the Parent PLUS risk framework for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at Lipscomb University's median four-year earnings of $63,007, median federal debt of $19,500 projects to a monthly payment of about $220 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 Lipscomb University earn median 4-year earnings of $63,007, placing Lipscomb University in the 63.2 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $5,193 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Lipscomb University in the 35.7 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Lipscomb University #652 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Lipscomb University's concentration in business and professional fields. Business Administration is the largest program with 79 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $80,751, performing at 1.2x the national benchmark for the field. The Nursing program graduates 62 students with median 4-year earnings of $74,051, also outperforming its field benchmark at 0.8x. Digital Marketing and Psychology, General round out the top programs, with 41 and 40 graduates respectively earning $77,996 and $47,933. This program-level strength in Business and related professional disciplines drives the institution's solid long-term financial outcomes for graduates.
