Lafayette College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$37,186
Average Net Price
98%
Receive Aid
7%
Pell Recipients
Moderate
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Lafayette College is $37,186 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$37,186

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$6,641
$30,001-48,000$9,286
$48,001-75,000$22,348
$75,001-110,000$29,464
$110,000+$48,409

Financial Aid

Lafayette College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 98% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 7% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

98%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

7%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $62,574 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $62,574. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $64,974, which is 14% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $62,574

Out-of-State: $62,574

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$62,574
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$77,774

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$62,574
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$77,274

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$62,574
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$77,774

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$62,574
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$77,774

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$62,574
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$66,274

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$62,574
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$66,774

Cost Analysis

Analyze how LAFAYETTE's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Lafayette College has decreased costs by $1,568, representing a 4.0% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$38,754

Current Year

$37,186

Change

$-1,568

Affordability & Value

Lafayette College is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Moderate

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid98%
Pell grant recipients7%
Student-faculty ratio10:1