Ripon College's published cost of attendance is $63,540, but need-based aid reshapes that figure across income levels. Low-income families pay approximately $15,712; middle-income families pay around $16,971; and higher-income families pay approximately $25,280.
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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) | $63,540 |
| Tuition and Fees | $51,900 |
| Room and Board | $10,800 |
| Books and Supplies | $750 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$43,324 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $20,216 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $15,712 |
| $30–48k | $14,267 |
| $48–75k | $16,971 |
| $75–110k | $19,124 |
| $110k+ | $25,280 |
Ripon College's published cost of attendance is $63,540, but need-based aid reshapes that figure across income levels. Low-income families pay approximately $15,712; middle-income families pay around $16,971; and higher-income families pay approximately $25,280. Azimuth ranks Ripon College #888 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. Ripon College's aid structure is need-based, with financial aid packages combining institutional grants, federal aid, and work-study opportunities. The college participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs to help bridge the gap between sticker price and what families actually pay. Families apply for need-based aid using the FAFSA, and the college's aid office works to meet demonstrated financial need as part of its enrollment commitment. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $27,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $28,995; 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 $50,210, 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 Ripon College earn median 4-year earnings of $50,210, placing Ripon College in the 10.4 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Ripon College #987 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. This outcome reflects both the college's social-sciences focus and its ability to position graduates into stable career pathways that generate solid long-term financial returns relative to the cost of attendance. The earnings pattern centers on Social Sciences, which shapes the institution's economic signature. Psychology, General is the largest program with 20 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $50,762, representing 1.0x the national benchmark for the field. The Biology, General program graduates 15 students earning $48,508, while Political Science and Kinesiology round out the core program portfolio with 14 and 13 graduates respectively. These programs collectively demonstrate how Ripon College's concentrated program mix translates into predictable, competitive earnings outcomes for graduates entering fields aligned with regional and national labor-market demand.
