by our College Data Analytics TeamIs UNC Greensboro worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
UNC Greensboro is ranked #620 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C. Within North Carolina, it ranks #48 of 124 for value.
Among the majors UNC Greensboro offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Fine & Studio Arts Management | #1 of 18 |
| Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution | #2 of 9 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #2 of 9 |
| Arts & Media Management | #3 of 46 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | #4 of 24 |
| Networking / Security | #4 of 24 |
| Computer Systems Networking | #4 of 24 |
| Education of the Deaf | #4 of 17 |
| Special Education | #4 of 17 |
| General Apparel & Textiles | #6 of 40 |
Below is the detailed UNC Greensboro value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
University of North Carolina at Greensboro is ranked #16 out of #128 in North Carolina for quality and #48 out of #124 for North Carolina value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the UNC Greensboro financial aid page to be sure.
University of North Carolina at Greensboro is ranked #620 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
University of North Carolina at Greensboro is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at UNC Greensboro costs about $13,971. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $55,885 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $21,331 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $10,965 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $13,971 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $55,885 |
*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 UNC Greensboro net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a UNC Greensboro 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 | $85,324 | — | — |
| All Students | $55,885 | #620 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $43,860 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $85,324 | — | — |
| All Students | $55,885 | #48 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $43,860 | — | — |
*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 UNC Greensboro shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $6,479 |
| $30K–$48K | $8,141 |
| $48K–$75K | $12,295 |
| $75K–$110K | $16,056 |
| Over $110K | $18,076 |
About 71% of UNC Greensboro undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $9,338 per year. Get more details on the UNC Greensboro financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average UNC Greensboro cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.