Estimate your cost

Know more before you decide

You don’t have to wait until you apply to get a clearer picture of what Skidmore could cost your family. Start with an estimate, then request a personalized four-year pre-estimate when you want more certainty.

Start with a calculator

Want a quick first look? MyinTuition Quick College Price Calculator asks just six basic financial questions and gives you an early estimate of what your family may pay for one year at Skidmore.
Use MyinTuition Quick College Price Calculator

Want a more detailed estimate? The Net Price Calculator uses more information about your family’s finances to give you a more detailed estimate. Plan for about 12 minutes and have your financial records nearby.
Use Net Price Calculator

Get a personalized pre-estimate

Want more than a calculator estimate? Skidmore can review your financial information and provide a personalized four-year financial aid pre-estimate before you apply.

This can be especially helpful if you’re considering Early Decision and want a clearer understanding of cost before making that commitment.

To request one:

1. Complete the CSS Profile.
2. Email Skidmore Financial Aid at finaid@skidmore.edu and ask for a pre-estimate.
3. We’ll review your information and prepare a personalized four-year estimate.

See how the numbers can change

Families with similar incomes can receive very different financial aid estimates. Assets, household circumstances, and the number of children in college can all affect what a family may qualify for. These examples show why it’s worth running your own numbers rather than assuming Skidmore is out of reach.

Scenario 1

$40,000 family income

• $5,000 parent savings
• 4 in household
• 1 in college

91.6%
grant

Estimated breakdown

• Grant: $88,290
• Student loan: $3,500
• Work-study: $2,600
• Family contribution: $2,000

Scenario 2

$75,000 family income

• $50,000 home equity
• $10,000 cash/savings
• 4 in household, 1 in college

86.3%
grant

Estimated breakdown

• Grant: $83,190
• Student loan: $3,500
• Work-study: $2,600
• Family contribution: $7,100

Scenario 3

$123,000 family income

• $50,000 home equity
• $10,000 cash/savings
• 4 in household, 1 in college

75.4%
grant

Estimated breakdown

• Grant: $72,690
• Student loan: $3,500
• Work-study: $2,600
• Family contribution: $17,600

Scenario 4

$186,000 family income

• $250,000 home equity
• $20,000 cash/savings
• 4 in household, 1 in college

62.8%
grant

Estimated breakdown

• Grant: $60,490
• Student loan: $3,500
• Work-study: $2,600
• Family contribution: $29,800

Scenario 5

$186,000 family income

• $250,000 home equity
• $20,000 cash/savings
• 4 in household, 2 in college

75.1%
grant

Estimated breakdown

• Grant: $72,390
• Student loan: $3,500
• Work-study: $2,600
• Family contribution: $17,900

Scenario 6

$300,000 family income

• $250,000 home equity
• $20,000 cash/savings
• 4 in household, 1 in college

43.2%
grant

Estimated breakdown

• Grant: $39,000
• Student loan: $3,500
• Work-study: $2,600
• Family contribution: $45,100

Note: These scenarios are illustrative estimates, not financial aid guarantees. Your actual financial aid eligibility will depend on a review of your family's financial circumstances. Chart proportions reflect the four amounts listed for each scenario.