Monmouth College's published cost of attendance is $57,157. Net price by income band reflects the institution's need-based aid structure: low-income families pay approximately $12,483, middle-income families pay around $14,782, and higher-income families pay approximately $21,678.
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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) | $57,157 |
| Tuition and Fees | $44,922 |
| Room and Board | $11,798 |
| Books and Supplies | $900 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$40,024 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $17,133 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $12,483 |
| $30–48k | $12,400 |
| $48–75k | $14,782 |
| $75–110k | $18,057 |
| $110k+ | $21,678 |
Monmouth College's published cost of attendance is $57,157. Net price by income band reflects the institution's need-based aid structure: low-income families pay approximately $12,483, middle-income families pay around $14,782, and higher-income families pay approximately $21,678. Azimuth ranks Monmouth College #693 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. Need-based aid covers a meaningful share of cost for most students. The institution participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. Families apply for need-based aid using the FAFSA, and work-study is available as part of aid packages for eligible students. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $27,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $27,185; 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 $51,368, median federal debt of $27,000 projects to a monthly payment of about $305 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
How much students borrow and whether debt is manageable given outcomes.
Debt is moderate relative to earnings. Manageable for most graduates, but higher-debt borrowers should plan carefully.
How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Monmouth College earn median 4-year earnings of $51,368, placing Monmouth College in the 11.3 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $4,961 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Monmouth College in the 36.7 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Monmouth College #1137 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Monmouth College's concentration in Business. Business Administration is the largest program with 37 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $65,916, representing 1.0x the national benchmark for the field. The Kinesiology program graduates 16 students earning $50,093, and Psychology, General enrolls 16 graduates earning $47,329. Together, these programs anchor the institution's long-term financial outcomes and shape the typical graduate's earnings trajectory.
