University of Pikeville's published cost of attendance is $33,420. Net price by income band shows how financial aid reshapes that headline figure: low-income families pay approximately $13,115, middle-income families pay around $23,075, and higher-income families pay approximately $25,755.
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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) | $33,420 |
| Tuition and Fees | $24,850 |
| Room and Board | $9,000 |
| Books and Supplies | $190 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$13,109 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $20,311 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $13,115 |
| $30–48k | $18,160 |
| $48–75k | $23,075 |
| $75–110k | $24,065 |
| $110k+ | $25,755 |
University of Pikeville's published cost of attendance is $33,420. Net price by income band shows how financial aid reshapes that headline figure: low-income families pay approximately $13,115, middle-income families pay around $23,075, and higher-income families pay approximately $25,755. Azimuth ranks University of Pikeville #526 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. Financial aid at University of Pikeville is need-based, with families applying through the FAFSA. The institution participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs to help bridge the gap between sticker price and what families actually pay. The difference between published cost and net price reflects the institution's commitment to making attendance affordable across income levels, though the specific aid package each family receives depends on individual circumstances and demonstrated financial need. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $20,679, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $15,610; 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 $55,132, median federal debt of $20,679 projects to a monthly payment of about $234 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use .
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How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of University of Pikeville earn median 4-year earnings of $55,132, placing University of Pikeville in the 24.9 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. University of Pikeville sits in the 85.1 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks University of Pikeville #703 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern centers on business and professional fields. Business Administration is the largest program with 41 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $49,971, representing 0.7x the national benchmark for the field. The Biology, General program graduates 35 students with median 4-year earnings of $71,225, and the The Criminal Justice program graduates 24 students with median 4-year earnings of $41,524. This concentration in Business reflects the institution's academic focus and contributes to the overall earnings profile for graduates entering the regional labor market.
