Presbyterian College's published cost of attendance is $60,242. Net price by income band reflects the institution's need-based aid structure: low-income families pay approximately $18,277, middle-income families pay around $19,366, and higher-income families pay approximately $27,032.
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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) | $60,242 |
| Tuition and Fees | $44,910 |
| Room and Board | $13,579 |
| Books and Supplies | $2,000 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$39,714 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $20,528 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $18,277 |
| $30–48k | $15,985 |
| $48–75k | $19,366 |
| $75–110k | $19,901 |
| $110k+ | $27,032 |
Presbyterian College's published cost of attendance is $60,242. Net price by income band reflects the institution's need-based aid structure: low-income families pay approximately $18,277, middle-income families pay around $19,366, and higher-income families pay approximately $27,032. Azimuth ranks Presbyterian College #842 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. Presbyterian College's aid structure is need-based, with financial aid distributed through federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional sources. The difference between published cost and net price reflects the institution's commitment to meeting demonstrated need through grant aid rather than loans alone, though the specific aid composition varies by family circumstances and FAFSA results. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $26,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $26,491; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $57,042, median federal debt of $26,000 projects to a monthly payment of about $294 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use .
How much students borrow and whether debt is manageable given outcomes.
Debt is well below typical first-year earnings — generally considered very manageable.
How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Presbyterian College earn median 4-year earnings of $57,042, placing Presbyterian College in the 31.8 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $11,194 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing the institution in the 18.1 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Presbyterian College #1059 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Program outcomes vary by major. Psychology, General reports 37 graduates and median 4-year earnings of $48,208. Business Administration, Management and Operations reports 34 graduates and median 4-year earnings of $67,278. Political Science and Government reports 22 graduates and median 4-year earnings of $57,154. History reports 21 graduates and median 4-year earnings of $45,470.
