by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Wilkes degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Wilkes measures up.
Wilkes is ranked #2,567 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #120 of 168 for value.
Among the majors Wilkes offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Media Arts | #90 of 118 |
| Biology | #115 of 179 |
| Social Science | #117 of 144 |
| Radio, Television & Digital Communication | #125 of 158 |
| Communications / Public Relations | #125 of 158 |
| Business Administration / Management | #216 of 266 |
| Supply Chain Management | #216 of 266 |
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education & Teaching | #236 of 252 |
| Teacher Education | #236 of 252 |
| Engineering | #247 of 290 |
Below is the detailed Wilkes 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.
Wilkes University is ranked #30 out of #181 in Pennsylvania for quality and #120 out of #168 for Pennsylvania value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Wilkes financial aid page to be sure.
Wilkes University is ranked #2,567 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Wilkes University 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 Wilkes costs about $30,652. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $122,609 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $56,835 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $27,743 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $30,652 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $122,609 |
*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.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Wilkes net price and the factors that affect it.
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 Wilkes 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 | $227,340 | — | — |
| All Students | $122,609 | #2,567 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $110,972 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $227,340 | — | — |
| All Students | $122,609 | #120 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $110,972 | — | — |
*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 Wilkes shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $23,760 |
| $30K–$48K | $24,199 |
| $48K–$75K | $26,339 |
| $75K–$110K | $29,365 |
| Over $110K | $31,745 |
About 90% of Wilkes undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $27,309 per year. Get more details on the Wilkes 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 Wilkes net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.