Compare the Adelphi University Value of an Education

Is Adelphi University Priced Well for its Value?

Determine the value of an education from Adelphi to understand if you'll be paying a fair price for your degree.

Within New York, Adelphi University is Considered a High Quality College at an Average Price.

Adelphi University's overall average net price combined with a high quality education, results in an average value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in New York. This lands Adelphi University in the #68 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in New York.

Nationally, Great School with a High Price

The quality of education you will receive at Adelphi University places it among the best in the country. However, when compared to other colleges and universities nationwide that deliver the same caliber of education, the net price to attend Adelphi is higher than it should be. This has earned it a low #950 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list. While this school earns high marks for quality, you can receive a comparable education elsewhere at a better price.

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

Underpriced	Best	$118,280 - Saint Norbert College $121,794 - Lake Forest College $124,832 - Susquehanna University $129,129 - Le Moyne College
	Good	$138,928 - University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Average	Fair
	Low	$176,684 - Hofstra University $178,050 - Adelphi University $183,230 - Dominican University of California $186,198 - Embry Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach
Overpriced	Poor

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The Total Cost for Your Degree Will Be About $178,050

On average, a bachelor's degree at Adelphi University will cost you about $178,050. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $42,319 per year and an average of 4.2 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$42,319
Average Years to Graduate	4.2
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$178,050

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.

Value Varies Depending on Financial Circumstance

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 Adelphi 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	$237,115	1,325	C-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$178,050	1,389	D+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$167,627	1,483	D

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$237,115	87	C
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$178,050	90	C-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$167,627	104	D+

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

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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Is Adelphi University Priced Well for its Value?

Within New York, Adelphi University is Considered a High Quality College at an Average Price.

Nationally, Great School with a High Price

The Total Cost for Your Degree Will Be About $178,050

Value Varies Depending on Financial Circumstance

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