Academy of Art University's Value

Is Academy of Art University Worth the Price?

Will you be over or underpaying for your education? Find the value of an education from Academy of Art University below.

Within California, Academy of Art University is Considered a Lower Quality College at a Very Expensive Price.

Academy of Art University's overall average net price combined with a lower quality education, results in a poor value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in California. This lands Academy of Art University in the #84 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in California.

Nationally, Very Overpriced Based on the Educational Quality

Academy of Art University's educational quality places it squarely in the middle tier of our nationwide Overall Best Colleges ranking. However, when compared to other schools that deliver the same caliber of education, the net price to attend Academy of Art University is much higher than it should be. This has earned it a very poor #1,445 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list. While this school earns average marks for quality, you can receive a comparable education elsewhere at a much better price.

The following graphic shows how the cost of obtaining a degree at Academy of Art University compares to other similar quality colleges nationwide.

Underpriced	Best
	Good	$105,286 - Adventist University of Health Sciences $106,769 - Oklahoma Baptist University $112,876 - Piedmont College
Average	Fair	$122,749 - Unity College
	Low	$126,920 - Plymouth State University $131,546 - Mount St. Joseph University $134,632 - University of Saint Mary
Overpriced	Poor	$163,693 - CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice $212,270 - Academy of Art University

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Bottom Line: You'll Spend About $212,270 for That Piece of Paper

On average, a bachelor's degree at Academy of Art University will cost you about $212,270. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $42,454 per year and an average of 5.0 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$42,454
Average Years to Graduate	5.0
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$212,270

Many Factors Affect Net Price.

How does the location of this school affect cost? You can save money by going to a school in-state, living at home or living off-campus with a roommate. Please see the net price page for additional factors, such as your family's income, that can influence the price you will pay for college.

Does this School Make Financial Sense to You?

The overall price of a college may vary greatly depending on your individual circumstances, thus affecting its value. Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into 'averages'. To get a sense of how value for your educational dollar might vary based on individual circumstances, look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Academy of Art University. Now compare this value metric for each college you are interested in.

Nationwide Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$233,620	1,217	F-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$212,270	1,479	F-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$188,195	1,512	F-

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$233,620	56	F
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$212,270	76	F
Only Students Receiving Aid	$188,195	81	F

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of California.

What is Value?

We calculate value by calculating average total cost (net price multiplied by time to graduation) and then compare that number to other schools of similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

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Academy of Art University's Value

Is Academy of Art University Worth the Price?

Within California, Academy of Art University is Considered a Lower Quality College at a Very Expensive Price.

Nationally, Very Overpriced Based on the Educational Quality

Bottom Line: You'll Spend About $212,270 for That Piece of Paper

Does this School Make Financial Sense to You?

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