Despite a high sticker price, this school is affordable for many families due to generous need-based aid.
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What You'll Pay at North Central State College
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Net Price
$5,076
All Income Levels
Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
North Central State College Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Summary
Cost Category
Amount
Average Net Price (What Families Pay)
$4,687
North Central State College Net Price by Family Income Level
Family Income
Net Price
$0–30k
$3,344
$30–48k
$2,087
$48–75k
$5,076
$75–110k
$7,753
$110k+
$7,248
Understanding Your Aid Package
North Central State College has a sticker price of N/A per year, but most students pay significantly less after financial aid. The actual cost depends heavily on your family's income level.
Key Facts
$48–75K families pay: ~$5,076/year
Low-income families: Pay ~$3,344/year
Get personalized cost estimates and assess whether borrowing makes sense.
How much students borrow and whether debt is manageable given outcomes.
Typical Debt
Median Student Debt$8,252
Range (25th–75th)$1,834 – $9,000
Median Parent PLUS Loans$12,710
Debt Manageability
0.15x
Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
Debt is well below typical first-year earnings — generally considered very manageable.
3-Year Default Rate0.0%
Return on Investment
How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Median Earnings (10yr)
$38,158
Earnings Growth
+9%
6 → 10 years post-graduation
Value Added
+$3,737
73th percentile among peers
Earnings Range (10yr post-graduation)
$19,672
25th %ile
$55,523
75th %ile
Frequently Asked Questions about North Central State College Cost & Financial Aid
North Central State College's published tuition is $10,118 per year. However, after financial aid, the average student pays $5,076—a difference of $5,042.
North Central State College is nearly free for low-income families. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay an average of just $3,344 per year.
North Central State College offers merit-based scholarships for academic achievement, in addition to need-based financial aid. Contact the financial aid office for specific scholarship opportunities.
The median debt for North graduates is $8,252, resulting in estimated monthly payments of $87 over 10 years.
Even families earning over $110,000 pay an average net price of $7,248 at North—still $2,870 less than the sticker price. Most families qualify for some form of aid.
