Tuition fees, net price and ROI
The University of the South Tuition Fees, Net Price and ROI Calculator
Focused cost page for The University of the South covering in-state tuition, out-of-state tuition, net price by income, debt payback by major, financial aid, salary and ROI.
View Full School ProfileIn-state tuition
$53,698
Out-of-state tuition
$53,698
Average net price
$27,498
Last updated July 29, 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and IPEDS.
The University of the South Tuition Fees and 4-Year Cost
Use this focused cost summary to compare published tuition with estimated attendance cost and average net price after aid. Final bills can change by residency, housing, aid eligibility, program fees and enrollment level.
Cost per year
$68,704
4-year attendance
$274,816
4-year tuition
$214,792
4-year net price
$109,992
The University of the South Net Price by Family Income
College Scorecard income-bracket net price data shows how average cost changes after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.
| Family income | Avg net price | Savings vs sticker | Monthly view | Estimator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0–$30,000 | $10,970 | $57,734 | $914/mo | |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $14,429 | $54,275 | $1,202/mo | |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $18,421 | $50,283 | $1,535/mo | |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $26,923 | $41,781 | $2,244/mo | |
| Over $110,000 | $37,122 | $31,582 | $3,094/mo |
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Major-level ROI
The University of the South Debt Payback by Major and Program Salary
Debt payback estimates divide median completer debt by 10% of reported program earnings, then convert the result to months. This gives a directional debt-to-earnings view by program.
| Major / program | Credential | Program salary | Debt payback |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theological and Ministerial Studies | First Professional Degree | $71,807 | ~38 months |
| Economics | Bachelor's Degree | $50,532 | ~54 months |
| History | Bachelor's Degree | $49,165 | ~56 months |
| International/Global Studies | Bachelor's Degree | $42,390 | ~65 months |
| Political Science and Government | Bachelor's Degree | $38,235 | ~72 months |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | Bachelor's Degree | $35,204 | ~78 months |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's Degree | $31,230 | ~88 months |
| English Language and Literature, General | Bachelor's Degree | $27,028 | ~101 months |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's Degree | $23,932 | ~115 months |
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The University of the South ROI and Debt Payback Simulator
Your Estimate
- 4-year net cost
- Debt payback using 10% salary
- Debt-to-salary ratio
The University of the South Aid, Debt and Loan Cost Signals
Pell grant rate
14.88%
Federal loan rate
30.13%
Median completer debt
$22,855
Median monthly payment
$242