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Wilkes UniversityTuition & Fees 2026

Wilkes-Barre, PA · Private University

Tuition

$42,286

per year

Avg. Net Price

$27,700

after grants & scholarships

Cost of Attendance Breakdown

Cost ItemAmount
Tuition & Fees$42,286
Room & Board (est.)$12,500
Total Cost of Attendance (est.)$54,786
Avg. Net Price (after aid)$27,700

Room & board is estimated using the national average. Actual costs vary by housing choice. All figures are approximate.

How It Compares

National average tuition at private universities

$41,540

Wilkes University is

$746 above the national average

Return on Investment

Median Grad Debt

$26,000

Federal loans at graduation

Median Earnings (10yr)

$63,454

Median earnings 10 years after enrollment

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Wilkes University cost?

Wilkes University has out-of-state tuition of $42,286 and an average net price of $27,700 after financial aid per year. The net price reflects average grants and scholarships.

What is the net price of Wilkes University?

The average net price at Wilkes University is $27,700 per year after grants and scholarships are applied. This is the amount the average student actually pays, which is often significantly less than the sticker price.

How much debt do Wilkes University graduates typically carry?

The median federal loan debt for Wilkes University graduates is $26,000. With median earnings of $63,454 ten years after graduation, this represents a manageable debt-to-income ratio for most graduates.

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