Talladega College's published cost of attendance is $25,185. Net price by income band reflects the institution's need-based aid structure: low-income families pay approximately $12,835, middle-income families pay around $14,680, and higher-income families pay approximately $22,348.
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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) | $25,185 |
| Tuition and Fees | $15,650 |
| Room and Board | $6,704 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$9,625 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $15,560 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $12,835 |
| $30–48k | $14,385 |
| $48–75k | $14,680 |
| $75–110k | $18,723 |
| $110k+ | $22,348 |
Talladega College's published cost of attendance is $25,185. Net price by income band reflects the institution's need-based aid structure: low-income families pay approximately $12,835, middle-income families pay around $14,680, and higher-income families pay approximately $22,348. Azimuth ranks Talladega College #584 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. Talladega College participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. Families apply for need-based aid using the FAFSA. The institution's aid structure is designed to close the gap between published cost and what families actually pay, though the affordability rank reflects both the headline sticker price and the debt load graduates carry. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $28,500, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $14,827; 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 typical four-year earnings, median federal debt of $28,500 projects to a monthly payment of about $322 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 Talladega College earn median 4-year earnings of $39,579, placing Talladega College in the 1.3 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Talladega College sits in the 19.7 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Talladega College #1429 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. These outcomes reflect the institution's focus on Business and related professional fields that connect directly to employment pathways. The program portfolio centers on fields with clear career trajectories. Business Administration is the largest program with 52 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $45,520, representing 0.7× the national benchmark for the field. Psychology, General, Criminal Justice, and Sociology round out the core offerings, each enrolling substantial cohorts and anchoring the institution's earnings profile. This concentration in Business and related disciplines shapes both the scale and the economic outcomes that define Talladega College's return story.
