The "sticker price" before scholarships or aid. Very few students pay this full amount.
The typical amount students who borrowed money owe when they finish their degree.
Tuition at Stephen F Austin State University is $11,128 per year for in-state students and $23,426 for out-of-state students.
After grants, scholarships, and financial aid, the average student pays $14,260 per year — significantly less than the sticker price for many students.
The median student loan debt at graduation is $23,409. Given median earnings of $49,634, this represents a manageable debt-to-income ratio for most graduates.