The rankings, compiled using the Department of Education's College Scorecard, highlight a stark disparity in student borrowing. While the list spans public, private, and for-profit institutions, a significant trend emerges: 56% of the schools identified are historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). Experts note that these institutions often operate with smaller endowments and fewer resources to provide institutional aid, forcing students to rely more heavily on loans to cover their educational costs and, in some cases, family expenses.
The 25 US Colleges Where Students Graduate With the Highest Debt
As families prepare for the fall semester, a new analysis of federal data reveals the heavy financial burden facing graduates at 25 specific institutions. While tuition costs continue to climb, students at these schools often leave campus carrying the largest median federal loan balances in the country.
Provo College in Utah tops the list with a median federal debt of $41,733, followed by Everglades University at $38,996 and Grambling State University at $36,500. It is important to note that this data only reflects federal borrowing; it excludes private loans and federal Parent PLUS loans, meaning the actual financial obligations for many families may be even higher than the reported figures. As unmet financial need persists, these numbers underscore the complex intersection of institutional funding gaps and the escalating cost of securing a four-year degree.
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