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Paying for Smith

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

Free tuition at Smith for families earning under $150,000 a year. Next 150 Pledge: free tuition for families earning under $150k (assets under $200k), starting fall 2026; meets 100% of demonstrated need with no loans for all undergrads

Estimate your cost

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

Average net price by family income

Under $30k$1,546/yr after aid
$30 to 48k$4,238/yr after aid
$48 to 75k$7,438/yr after aid
$75 to 110k$13,325/yr after aid
$110k+$45,902/yr after aid

The full cost

Sticker (cost of attendance)$82,890
Tuition & fees$60,878
Room & board$23,360
Average net price$31,200
Students on aid85%
Financial needMeets 100% of demonstrated need
International studentsOffers need-based aid to international students

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