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Paying for Skidmore

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

Average net price by family income

Under $30k$10,923/yr after aid
$30 to 48k$18,500/yr after aid
$48 to 75k$26,000/yr after aid
$75 to 110k$37,000/yr after aid
$110k+$49,642/yr after aid

The full cost

Sticker (cost of attendance)$88,010
Tuition & fees$67,140
Room & board$18,820
Average net price$33,600
Students on aid57%
Financial needMeets 100% of demonstrated need
International studentsLimited aid for international students, mostly merit

Skidmore cost & aid FAQ

How much does Skidmore cost after financial aid?

The average family pays about $33,600 per year at Skidmore after grants and scholarships, against a sticker price of $88,010. Use the calculator to estimate your own net price by family income.

What does Skidmore cost by family income?

At Skidmore, the average total net price (tuition, room, board and fees, after aid) is about $10,923 per year for families earning under $30,000 and about $49,642 for families earning over $110,000. Net price rises with income because most aid is need-based.

Does Skidmore give financial aid to international students?

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

Does Skidmore 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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