Taylor University's published cost of attendance is $53,405. Net price by income band shows meaningful variation: low-income families pay approximately $16,143, middle-income families pay around $18,100, and higher-income families pay approximately $30,050.
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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) | $53,405 |
| Tuition and Fees | $40,490 |
| Room and Board | $12,029 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,238 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$28,540 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $24,865 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $16,143 |
| $30–48k | $17,262 |
| $48–75k | $18,100 |
| $75–110k | $23,504 |
| $110k+ | $30,050 |
Taylor University's published cost of attendance is $53,405. Net price by income band shows meaningful variation: low-income families pay approximately $16,143, middle-income families pay around $18,100, and higher-income families pay approximately $30,050. Azimuth ranks Taylor University #992 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. Taylor University's aid structure is need-based, with financial aid distributed through federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional sources. The institution meets demonstrated financial need for admitted students according to its published aid policies. Families apply using the FAFSA and CSS Profile, and work-study is available as part of aid packages for eligible students. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $20,500, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $45,174; 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 $51,779, median federal debt of $20,500 projects to a monthly payment of about $232 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 well below typical first-year earnings — generally considered very manageable.
How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Taylor University earn median 4-year earnings of $51,779, placing Taylor University in the 11.7 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $17,086 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Taylor University in the 8.4 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Taylor University #1188 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Taylor University's concentration in business and professional fields. Business Administration is the largest program with 38 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $76,192, performing at 1.1x the national benchmark for the field. The Teacher Education program graduates 37 students earning $50,237, while Digital Marketing and Psychology, General round out the top programs with 33 and 31 graduates respectively. These programs anchor Taylor University's return profile and align with the university's emphasis on Business as the dominant degree family.
