Union University's published cost of attendance is $58,363, but need-based aid reshapes that figure across income levels. Low-income families pay approximately $25,839; middle-income families pay around $23,891; higher-income families pay approximately $30,373.
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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) | $58,363 |
| Tuition and Fees | $40,025 |
| Room and Board | $12,780 |
| Books and Supplies | $750 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$31,192 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $27,171 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $25,839 |
| $30–48k | $26,181 |
| $48–75k | $23,891 |
| $75–110k | $27,841 |
| $110k+ | $30,373 |
Union University's published cost of attendance is $58,363, but need-based aid reshapes that figure across income levels. Low-income families pay approximately $25,839; middle-income families pay around $23,891; higher-income families pay approximately $30,373. Azimuth ranks Union University #903 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. Union University uses need-based aid to close the gap between sticker price and what families actually pay. The institution participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. Most students receive some combination of scholarships and grants alongside loans, though the aid-to-loan ratio varies by income level and individual circumstances. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $20,714, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $20,000; 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 of $60,152, median federal debt of $20,714 projects to a monthly payment of about $234 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 Union University earn median 4-year earnings of $60,152, placing Union University in the 45.5 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $7,256 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Union University in the 28.4 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Union University #1022 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern centers on Health fields, which anchor the institution's economic profile. Nursing is the largest program with 170 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $72,824, at 0.8x the national benchmark for the field. The Business Administration program graduates 59 students earning $63,234, and the The Social Work program graduates 29 students earning $46,286. Kinesiology and English Language and Literature, General round out the core program lineup, reflecting Union University's concentrated focus on fields with stable career pathways and consistent employer demand.
