Cost of 4 Years at Princeton University?

Hello everyone, I'm a junior beginning my college search and I've got a question about Princeton University. Does anyone have the current stats on what the total tuition might be for the complete 4-year undergraduate program?

The cost of attending Princeton University can vary significantly based on many factors such as tuition rate increases, personal expenses, and most importantly, your family's financial status which can dramatically impact the financial aid you may receive.

For the 2024-2025 academic year, the estimated cost of attendance at Princeton is approximately $86,700. This includes $62,400 for tuition, $11,910 for room, $8,340 for board (meals), and an estimated $4,050 for books, personal expenses, and other fees.

However, keep in mind that universities usually increase their tuition fees year on year, so the total cost for four years could be higher. If tuition were to increase by an average of 3% per year (a common annual increase rate), the total cost of tuition alone over four years would be approximately $261,000.

Remember, a significant portion of students do not pay this sticker price, as Princeton has a strong commitment to financial aid. The university follows a need-based financial aid policy, and aims to ensure that all admitted students can afford to attend regardless of their financial circumstances. For families making less than $65,000 per year, typically Princeton covers the total cost of attendance. For families making between $65,000 and $180,000, the average grant covers full tuition, plus some of the costs for room and board.

So, to get a personalized estimate of what you might pay, I'd recommend using Princeton's net price calculator (https://puwebp.princeton.edu/financial-aid-public/ui/#/net-price-calculator/residency), which takes into account your family's financial situation. That being said, these are all estimates and final amounts would depend on the financial aid package offered to you should you be accepted.