by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Hanover worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Hanover is ranked #2,031 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Indiana, it ranks #33 of 59 for value.
Among the majors Hanover offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Communications | #120 of 200 |
| Physical Education | #189 of 264 |
| Secondary Education | #274 of 404 |
| Exercise Science | #350 of 547 |
| Communication & Media Studies | #415 of 620 |
| Communications / Public Relations | #415 of 620 |
| Elementary Education | #480 of 681 |
| Communication & Journalism | #481 of 743 |
| Health & Physical Education | #489 of 757 |
| Athletic Training | #489 of 757 |
Read the full Hanover value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Hanover College is ranked #18 out of #61 in Indiana for quality and #33 out of #59 for Indiana value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Hanover financial aid page to be sure.
Hanover College is ranked #2,031 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Hanover College is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Hanover costs about $21,829. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $87,316 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $58,946 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $21,829 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $21,829 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $87,316 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Hanover net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What Hanover costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Hanover degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $235,784 | — | — |
| All Students | $87,316 | #2,031 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $87,316 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $235,784 | — | — |
| All Students | $87,316 | #33 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $87,316 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Hanover shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $16,238 |
| $30K–$48K | $16,137 |
| $48K–$75K | $19,624 |
| $75K–$110K | $23,666 |
| Over $110K | $26,545 |
About 100% of Hanover undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $34,247 per year. Get more details on the Hanover financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Hanover net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.