The Catholic University of America's published cost of attendance is $24,060, but need-based aid reshapes that figure across income levels. Low-income families pay approximately $10,207; middle-income families pay around $12,700; and higher-income families pay approximately $19,553.
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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) | $24,060 |
| Tuition and Fees | $25,746 |
| Room and Board | $11,200 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,299 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$11,970 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $12,090 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $10,207 |
| $30–48k | $10,960 |
| $48–75k | $12,700 |
| $75–110k | $15,325 |
| $110k+ | $19,553 |
The Catholic University of America's published cost of attendance is $24,060, but need-based aid reshapes that figure across income levels. Low-income families pay approximately $10,207; middle-income families pay around $12,700; and higher-income families pay approximately $19,553. Azimuth ranks Texas A&M University-Kingsville #263 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. The university's aid structure is need-based, with financial aid distributed through federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional sources. Families apply using the FAFSA and CSS Profile. The gap between sticker price and net price reflects the institution's commitment to meeting demonstrated need, though the specific aid packages depend on individual circumstances and the strength of the family's financial profile. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $22,934, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $14,224; 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 $56,982, median federal debt of $22,934 projects to a monthly payment of about $259 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use .
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Graduates of the Catholic University of America earn median 4-year earnings of $56,982, placing the institution in the 31.7 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $10,286 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Texas A&M University-Kingsville in the 86.2 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Texas A&M University-Kingsville #690 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects the institution's concentration in business and professional fields. Biology, General is the largest program with 75 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $42,405, representing 0.7x the national benchmark for the field. The Interdisciplinary Studies program graduates 64 students with median 4-year earnings of $55,231, at 1.0x the benchmark. Civil Engineering and Mechanical Engineering round out the top programs, with 62 and 55 graduates respectively earning $75,033 and $88,830 four years after enrollment. Engineering represents the institutional focus, anchoring the overall earnings profile through consistent early-career pay and stable career pathways in professional and management roles.
