Wagner College's published cost of attendance is $65,574. Financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $20,993, middle-income families pay around $24,930, and higher-income families pay approximately $32,604.
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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) | $65,574 |
| Tuition and Fees | $53,200 |
| Room and Board | $16,485 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,068 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$37,333 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $28,241 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $20,993 |
| $30–48k | $21,944 |
| $48–75k | $24,930 |
| $75–110k | $28,217 |
| $110k+ | $32,604 |
Wagner College's published cost of attendance is $65,574. Financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $20,993, middle-income families pay around $24,930, and higher-income families pay approximately $32,604. Azimuth ranks Wagner College #1245 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. Wagner College's aid structure is need-based, with families applying through the FAFSA and CSS Profile. The college participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. Need-based aid covers a meaningful share of cost for most students, helping to narrow the gap between sticker price and what families actually pay. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $25,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $53,829; 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 $85,313, median federal debt of $25,000 projects to a monthly payment of about $282 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 Wagner College earn median 4-year earnings of $85,313, placing Wagner College in the 87.7 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $17,485 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Wagner College in the 94.2 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Wagner College #71 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Wagner's program portfolio centers on Health, which aligns with the institution's mission and drives consistent outcomes across its largest majors. Nursing is the largest program with 96 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $113,728, representing 1.3x the national benchmark for the field. The Business Administration program graduates 58 students with median 4-year earnings of $80,927, while Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft and $39,664 round out the institution's core earning programs. The concentration in Health reflects Wagner's curricular focus and employer relationships in the New York metropolitan region, where demand for graduates in these fields remains strong and supports the institution's overall earnings profile.
