University of Denver's published cost of attendance is $78,476. Financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $20,097, middle-income families pay around $22,940, and higher-income families pay approximately $47,222.
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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) | $78,476 |
| Tuition and Fees | $61,398 |
| Room and Board | $17,759 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$42,345 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $36,131 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $20,097 |
| $30–48k | $16,211 |
| $48–75k | $22,940 |
| $75–110k | $31,759 |
| $110k+ | $47,222 |
University of Denver's published cost of attendance is $78,476. Financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $20,097, middle-income families pay around $22,940, and higher-income families pay approximately $47,222. Azimuth ranks University of Denver #1277 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. University of Denver's aid structure is need-based, with families applying through the FAFSA and CSS Profile. The university participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. Merit scholarships are also available and may reduce net price further for qualifying students, particularly those with strong academic credentials. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $21,844, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $27,813; 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 $78,504, median federal debt of $21,844 projects to a monthly payment of about $247 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 University of Denver earn median 4-year earnings of $78,504, placing University of Denver in the 86.0 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $7,223 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing University of Denver in the 81.1 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks University of Denver #223 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects University of Denver's concentration in business and professional fields. Psychology, General is the largest program with 146 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $56,161, performing at 1.1× the national benchmark for the field. The Finance program graduates 135 students earning median 4-year earnings of $99,135, and Communication and Media Studies delivers median 4-year earnings of $63,374 across 107 graduates. Digital Marketing and International Relations and National Security Studies round out the top programs, with graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $74,173 and $59,895 respectively. The concentration in Business — which represents a substantial share of degrees — helps explain the institution's solid long-term earnings outcomes and competitive positioning relative to peer institutions.
