by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Allegheny degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Allegheny measures up.
Allegheny is ranked #2,025 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #68 of 168 for value.
Among the majors Allegheny offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Neurosciences | #85 of 174 |
| Neurobiology & Neurosciences | #88 of 179 |
| Biology | #88 of 179 |
| Communications | #122 of 200 |
| Biochemistry | #137 of 237 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology | #152 of 273 |
| Economics | #196 of 304 |
| General Economics | #196 of 304 |
| Mathematics | #242 of 354 |
| Environment / Natural Resources | #245 of 276 |
Read the full Allegheny value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Allegheny College is ranked #55 out of #181 in Pennsylvania for quality and #68 out of #168 for Pennsylvania value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Allegheny financial aid page to be sure.
Allegheny College is ranked #2,025 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Allegheny College is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Allegheny costs about $23,909. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $95,637 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $71,407 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $22,940 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $23,909 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $95,637 |
*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 Allegheny 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 Allegheny 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 | $285,628 | — | — |
| All Students | $95,637 | #2,025 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $91,760 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $285,628 | — | — |
| All Students | $95,637 | #68 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $91,760 | — | — |
*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 Allegheny shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $12,227 |
| $30K–$48K | $14,616 |
| $48K–$75K | $15,476 |
| $75K–$110K | $21,833 |
| Over $110K | $28,466 |
About 98% of Allegheny undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $45,087 per year. Get more details on the Allegheny financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Allegheny 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.