Compare the Adelphi University Value of an Education

Is Adelphi University Priced Well for its Value?

Use 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 Expensive Price.

Adelphi University's overall average net price combined with a high quality education, results in a lower value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in New York. This lands Adelphi University in the #63 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in New York.

Nationally, Fair Deal for a Top Notch School

Adelphi University's educational quality places it among the top 20% best colleges and universities nationwide. The school's overall net price reflects that quality, earning it a middle-of-the-pack #780 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list. While you won't be paying considerably less than you would at colleges comparable to Adelphi in quality, you won't be overpaying either, making this school a fairly priced option.

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

Underpriced	Best	$119,335 - College of the Atlantic $126,033 - Messiah College
	Good	$143,834 - Saint Anselm College $144,379 - Whittier College $154,077 - University of Portland $154,306 - Ursinus College
Average	Fair	$160,145 - Citadel Military College of South Carolina $164,820 - DePaul University $169,988 - Adelphi University
	Low	$183,442 - Hofstra University
Overpriced	Poor

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The Total Cost for Your Degree Will Be $169,988

On average, a bachelor's degree at Adelphi University will cost you about $169,988. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $40,499 per year and an average of 4.2 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$40,499
Average Years to Graduate	4.2
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$169,988

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	$225,345	1,235	C+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$169,988	1,303	C-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$162,440	1,406	D

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$225,345	78	C+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$169,988	84	D+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$162,440	96	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.

Read the full methodology article for more.

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