What does it cost to attend Brown University?
The 2025 tuition & fees of Brown University is $71,312 and the 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $69,948. Its undergraduate tuition & fees is much higher than the average tuition for R1 Universities' tuition of $39,763.
Based on the last year increase rate, The 2026 estimated tuition & fees at Brown is $74,533 for Rhode Island residents and $74,533 for out-of-state students, a 4.5% increase compared to 2025's rate.
Brown 2025 Tuition & Fees
| Year | Tuition & Fees | R1 Universities' Average |
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| 2023-2024 | $68,230 | $38,374 |
| 2024-2025 | $71,312 | $39,763 |
| Change % 2024-2025 | 4.52% | 3.62% |
| 2025-2026 Estimate | $74,533 | $41,202 |
How much do you actually pay at Brown?
The living costs at Brown is $20,264 when living on campus. The on-campus living costs increased by 4.36% compared to the previous year.
The Brown's 2025 COA is $91,576 for on-campus living.
49% of enrolled students have received grants or scholarships, and the average aid amount is $59,655. It could cover 83.65% of the full tuition amount.
After receiving the financial aid, the net price is $31,921.
Brown University 2025 Cost of Attendance (COA) | On-campus |
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| Tuition & Fees | $71,312 |
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| Room & Board | $17,444 |
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| Personal Expenses | $2,820 |
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| Books & Supplies | $0 |
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| COA | $91,576 |
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| COA with Financial Aid | $31,921 |
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Brown 4-Years Tuition
How Much is Brown tuition for 4 years?
Brown's 4-years tuition is $293,037, based on current tuition and change rate.
Since the tuition & fees at Brown University have risen very slightly (very lower than national average) over the last 4 years, the actual costs may differ from the estimation based on the school or University system's new tuition policy.
Brown 4 Years Tuition & Fees Estimates
| Admission Year | Freshmen | Sophomore | Junior | Senior | 4 Years Total |
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| Class of 2029 | Fall 2025 | $72,083 | $72,861 | $73,649 | $74,444 | $293,037 |
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| Class of 2030 | Fall 2026 | $72,861 | $73,649 | $74,444 | $75,249 | $296,203 |
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| Class of 2031 | Fall 2027 | $73,649 | $74,444 | $75,249 | $76,062 | $299,403 |
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| Class of 2032 | Fall 2028 | $74,444 | $75,249 | $76,062 | $76,884 | $302,638 |
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| Class of 2033 | Fall 2029 | $75,249 | $76,062 | $76,884 | $77,714 | $305,908 |
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Net Price for 4 Years at Brown
Based on recent tuition increase rate, for the students who were admitted in Fall 2025, the estimated 4-years COA is $376,230.
Brown 4 Years COA
| Admission Year | Freshmen | Sophomore | Junior | Senior | 4 Years Total |
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| Class of 2029 | Fall 2025 | $92,558 | $93,551 | $94,554 | $95,568 | $376,230 |
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| Class of 2030 | Fall 2026 | $93,551 | $94,554 | $95,568 | $96,592 | $380,264 |
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| Class of 2031 | Fall 2027 | $94,554 | $95,568 | $96,592 | $97,628 | $384,342 |
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| Class of 2032 | Fall 2028 | $95,568 | $96,592 | $97,628 | $98,675 | $388,464 |
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| Class of 2033 | Fall 2029 | $96,592 | $97,628 | $98,675 | $99,733 | $392,629 |
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Actual COA after Receiving Financial Aid
After receiving the financial aid, the net price for 4 years of attending the school is $137,610.
Brown 4 Years COA after Receiving Financial Aid
| Admission Year | Freshmen | Sophomore | Junior | Senior | 4 Years Total |
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| Class of 2029 | Fall 2025 | $32,903 | $33,896 | $34,899 | $35,913 | $137,610 |
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| Class of 2030 | Fall 2026 | $33,896 | $34,899 | $35,913 | $36,937 | $141,644 |
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| Class of 2031 | Fall 2027 | $34,899 | $35,913 | $36,937 | $37,973 | $145,722 |
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| Class of 2032 | Fall 2028 | $35,913 | $36,937 | $37,973 | $39,020 | $149,844 |
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| Class of 2033 | Fall 2029 | $36,937 | $37,973 | $39,020 | $40,078 | $154,009 |
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Brown's Graduate Tuition
The graduate school tuition at Brown University is $69,948. Detailed graduate program tuition and majors can be found at Brown graduate program page.
Brown University has a medical school and its tuition is different from other graduate programs, usually higher. The medical school tuition is $76,762. See the detailed medical school tuition at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University page.
Brown Graduate Tuition & Fees
| Year | Gradaute Tuition & Fees |
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| 2023-2024 | $67,006 |
| 2024-2025 | $69,948 |
| Change % 2024-2025 | 4.39% |
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| 2025-2026 | $73,019 |
Tuition Per Credit Hour
For part-time and/or full-time students who take additional credits at Brown is $2,144. The graduate tuition per credit hour is $2,144.
Per Credit Hour Charge at Brown
| Year | Tuition Per Credit Hour |
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| Undergraduate | 2023-2024 | $2,051 |
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| 2024-2025 | $2,144 |
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| 2025-2026 (Estimate) | $2,241 |
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| Graduate | 2023-2024 | $2,051 |
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| 2024-2025 | $2,144 |
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| 2025-2026 (Estimate) | $2,241 |
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Brown Tuition Frequently Asked Questions
For the academic year 2024-2025, the undergraduate tuition & fees at Brown are $71,312 for all students.
The total cost of attendance (COA) at Brown for the academic year 2024-2025 includes tuition & fees, books & supplies, and living expenses. For in-state students, the estimated COA is $91,576 per year. Actual costs may vary depending on housing choices and personal expenses.
The 2025 undergraduate tuition has been risen by 4.52% compared to the previous year. The graduate tuition has been risen by 4.39% compared to the previous year.
49% of Brown undergraduates receive grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $59,655 per student. Additional financial aid options are available through Brown's financial aid office.
The projected 4-year cost for a degree is approximately $376,230. The tuition and fees are around $74,444 per year, totaling about $293,037 over four years.
Brown charges $2,144 per credit hour for all undergraduates. Graduate students pay $2,144 per credit hour.
The undergraduate tuition at Brown is a little bit higher than the average for similar schools ($66,276 - private (not-for-profit) Research University (very high research activity)).The graduate tuition at Brown is higher than the average for similar schools ($54,837 - private (not-for-profit) Research University (very high research activity)).