Reed College's published cost of attendance is $86,376. Financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $12,674, families in the lower-middle band pay around $12,514, middle-income families pay about $14,513, families in the upper-middle band pay approximately $23,421, and higher-income families pay approximately $46,711.
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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) | $86,376 |
| Tuition and Fees | $69,350 |
| Room and Board | $17,660 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,050 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$53,363 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $33,013 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $12,674 |
| $30–48k | $12,514 |
| $48–75k | $14,513 |
| $75–110k | $23,421 |
| $110k+ | $46,711 |
Reed College's published cost of attendance is $86,376. Financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $12,674, families in the lower-middle band pay around $12,514, middle-income families pay about $14,513, families in the upper-middle band pay approximately $23,421, and higher-income families pay approximately $46,711. Azimuth ranks Reed College #1257 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. Reed College's aid structure is need-based, with demonstrated financial need met through a combination of grants, loans, and work-study. The institution participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans) and institutional aid programs. Families apply using the FAFSA and CSS Profile to determine eligibility and aid packages. The gap between sticker price and net price reflects the institution's commitment to need-based aid, though the specific aid structure and availability of merit scholarships should be confirmed directly with the admissions office. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $21,500, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $48,773; 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 Reed College's median four-year earnings of $44,518, median federal debt of $21,500 projects to a monthly payment of about $243 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 Reed College earn median 4-year earnings of $44,518, placing Reed College in the 2.6 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Reed College #957 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings trajectory reflects Reed College's concentration in Social Sciences, a field where graduates typically see steady income growth through the first decade after enrollment. The program lineup spans humanities, social sciences, and applied fields. Political Science is the largest program with 26 graduates, followed by Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services (21 graduates) and Research Psychology (20 graduates). English Language and Literature, General and Mathematics round out the core academic portfolio, each enrolling substantial cohorts. This program distribution — anchored in Social Sciences (22%) and Arts (9%) — shapes the institution's earnings profile and career outcomes across the graduate body.
