Denison  /  Financial aid

Paying for Denison

The sticker price is rarely what families pay. Here is what Denison actually costs after aid, broken down by income, with the real numbers and a calculator for your situation.

Estimate your cost

An estimate from published averages, not an offer. Always run Denison's official net price calculator and file the FAFSA/CSS Profile for your real number.

Average net price by family income

Under $30k$14,200/yr after aid
$30 to 48k$18,500/yr after aid
$48 to 75k$27,800/yr after aid
$75 to 110k$38,500/yr after aid
$110k+$52,000/yr after aid

The full cost

Sticker (cost of attendance)$86,900
Tuition & fees$67,000
Room & board$17,400
Average net price$40,007
Students on aid95%
Financial needMeets most demonstrated need
International studentsOffers need-based aid to international students

Denison cost & aid FAQ

How much does Denison cost after financial aid?

The average family pays about $40,007 per year at Denison after grants and scholarships, against a sticker price of $86,900. Use the calculator to estimate your own net price by family income.

What does Denison cost by family income?

At Denison, the average total net price (tuition, room, board and fees, after aid) is about $14,200 per year for families earning under $30,000 and about $52,000 for families earning over $110,000. Net price rises with income because most aid is need-based.

Does Denison give financial aid to international students?

Offers need-based aid to international students. International applicants should confirm aid policies directly with Denison's financial aid office.

Does Denison meet full financial need?

Meets most demonstrated need. Meeting need means the school aims to cover the gap between its cost and what your family can pay, as determined by the FAFSA and CSS Profile.

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