Skidmore College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$33,389
Average Net Price
57%
Receive Aid
12%
Pell Recipients
Moderate
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Skidmore College is $33,389 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$33,389

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$10,280
$30,001-48,000$16,168
$48,001-75,000$15,517
$75,001-110,000$24,773
$110,000+$46,892

Financial Aid

Skidmore College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 57% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 12% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

57%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

12%

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 $65,030 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $65,030. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $67,430, which is 14% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $65,030

Out-of-State: $65,030

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$65,030
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$80,230

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$65,030
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$79,730

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$65,030
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$80,230

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$65,030
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$80,230

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$65,030
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$68,730

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$65,030
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$69,230

Cost Analysis

Analyze how SKIDMORE's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, Skidmore College has increased costs by $1,836, representing a 5.8% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$31,553

Current Year

$33,389

Change

+$1,836

Affordability & Value

Skidmore 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 aid57%
Pell grant recipients12%
Student-faculty ratio8:1