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Paying for Scripps

The sticker price is rarely what families pay. Here is what Scripps 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 Scripps's official net price calculator and file the FAFSA/CSS Profile for your real number.

Average net price by family income

Under $30k$22,000/yr after aid
$30 to 48k$29,000/yr after aid
$48 to 75k$38,000/yr after aid
$75 to 110k$51,000/yr after aid
$110k+$63,000/yr after aid

The full cost

Sticker (cost of attendance)$90,886
Tuition & fees$65,950
Room & board$21,330
Average net price$34,585
Students on aid56%
Financial needMeets 100% of demonstrated need
International studentsLimited aid for international students, mostly merit

Scripps cost & aid FAQ

How much does Scripps cost after financial aid?

The average family pays about $34,585 per year at Scripps after grants and scholarships, against a sticker price of $90,886. Use the calculator to estimate your own net price by family income.

What does Scripps cost by family income?

At Scripps, the average total net price (tuition, room, board and fees, after aid) is about $22,000 per year for families earning under $30,000 and about $63,000 for families earning over $110,000. Net price rises with income because most aid is need-based.

Does Scripps give financial aid to international students?

Limited aid for international students, mostly merit. International applicants should confirm aid policies directly with Scripps's financial aid office.

Does Scripps meet full financial need?

Meets 100% of 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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