Mitchell College's published cost of attendance is $55,621. Net price by income band shows meaningful variation: low-income families pay approximately $26,485, middle-income families pay around $29,970, and higher-income families pay approximately $35,675.
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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) | $55,621 |
| Tuition and Fees | $40,490 |
| Room and Board | $16,160 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$25,361 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $30,260 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $26,485 |
| $30–48k | $27,972 |
| $48–75k | $29,970 |
| $75–110k | $29,559 |
| $110k+ | $35,675 |
Mitchell College's published cost of attendance is $55,621. Net price by income band shows meaningful variation: low-income families pay approximately $26,485, middle-income families pay around $29,970, and higher-income families pay approximately $35,675. Azimuth ranks Mitchell College #1219 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. Mitchell College uses need-based financial aid to bridge the gap between sticker price and what families actually pay. The aid structure is need-based, with no merit component; families apply using the FAFSA and CSS Profile. Institutional aid, federal Pell Grants, and federal Direct Loans form the foundation of the aid package, and work-study is available as part of the aid offer. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $25,150, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $31,955; 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 $44,062, median federal debt of $25,150 projects to a monthly payment of about $284 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 Mitchell College earn median 4-year earnings of $44,062, placing Mitchell College in the 2.4 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $12,227 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Mitchell College in the 15.9 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Mitchell College #1391 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Mitchell College's concentration in business and professional fields. Teacher Education is the largest program with 15 graduates. The Kinesiology program graduates 14 students earning median 4-year earnings of $45,446, at 0.8x the national benchmark for the field. The Criminal Justice program graduates 14 students earning median 4-year earnings of $50,035, at 0.9x the national benchmark. Communication and Media Studies and Hospitality Administration/Management round out the largest programs by enrollment, contributing to the institution's overall earnings profile in the professional and applied fields that dominate Mitchell College's degree output.
