Washington & Jefferson College's published cost of attendance is $19,593. Financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $8,224, middle-income families pay around $10,608, and higher-income families pay approximately $18,991.
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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) | $19,593 |
| Tuition and Fees | $19,517 |
| Room and Board | $8,702 |
| Books and Supplies | $120 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$3,383 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $16,210 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $8,224 |
| $30–48k | $8,766 |
| $48–75k | $10,608 |
| $75–110k | $17,394 |
| $110k+ | $18,991 |
Washington & Jefferson College's published cost of attendance is $19,593. Financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $8,224, middle-income families pay around $10,608, and higher-income families pay approximately $18,991. Azimuth ranks University of Wisconsin-La Crosse #429 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. Washington & Jefferson participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. Families apply for need-based aid using the FAFSA, and the college works to meet demonstrated financial need through a combination of grants, scholarships, and loans. The difference between published cost and net price reflects the institution's aid commitment across income levels. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $22,500, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $16,958; 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 $60,184, median federal debt of $22,500 projects to a monthly payment of about $254 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 Wisconsin-La Crosse earn median 4-year earnings of $60,184, placing University of Wisconsin-La Crosse in the 45.5 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks University of Wisconsin-La Crosse #815 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. These outcomes reflect a focused academic portfolio anchored in business and professional fields that align with stable, well-compensated career pathways. The earnings pattern centers on business and accounting disciplines. Biology, General emerges as the institution's highest-aggregate-return major, combining substantial enrollment with solid mid-career earnings. The Biology, General program graduates 247 students annually and earns median 4-year earnings of $67,446, performing at 1.2x the national benchmark for the field. Finance and Kinesiology follow with 192 and 190 graduates respectively, earning $76,227 and $58,233 four years after enrollment. Psychology, General and Digital Marketing round out the largest programs, with four-year earnings of $55,173 and $61,191. The concentration in Business — representing 25% of degrees — drives the institution's consistent return profile and employer recruitment strength in regional business and finance sectors.
