Published tuition is $40,878, with a full cost of attendance of $55,054 a year. After aid, families pay between $15,294 and $25,244 depending on income.
| Household income | Net price a year | Share of the sticker price |
|---|---|---|
| Under $30,000 | $17,070 | 31% |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $15,294 | 28% |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $16,883 | 31% |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $20,311 | 37% |
| Over $110,000 | $25,244 | 46% |
Net price is the federal measure of what students actually pay: total cost of attendance minus the grant and scholarship aid they receive. It is the only cost figure worth comparing between universities — the published tuition above is a list price that most students never pay in full.
A high Pell share means the university enrols many lower-income students, and usually that its net price for those families is well below the sticker price. A high loan share means the gap between aid and cost is being filled with borrowing — the repayment record shows how that works out afterwards.
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| University | In-state | Out-of-state | Cost of attendance | Net price (under $30k) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buena Vista University | $41,798 | $41,798 | $54,222 | $12,901 |
| Loras College | $39,824 | $39,824 | $50,537 | $20,479 |
| University of Dubuque | $42,095 | $42,095 | $53,806 | $18,106 |
| Simpson College | $47,656 | $47,656 | $61,227 | $17,941 |
| University of Iowa | $11,283 | $33,371 | $28,596 | $15,316 |
| Luther College | $52,120 | $52,120 | $65,461 | $12,517 |
Source: US Department of Education College Scorecard. Tuition and cost of attendance are as reported by the institution; net price is the average paid by students receiving federal aid, by household income band. Figures imported 28 Aug 2026.