by our College Data Analytics TeamIs AIC worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
AIC is ranked #2,444 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B (above average for value). Within Massachusetts, it ranks #44 of 85 for value.
Among the majors AIC offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | #36 of 45 |
| General Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | #159 of 216 |
| Health Services | #159 of 216 |
| General Public Health | #163 of 206 |
| Public Health | #163 of 206 |
| Health Sciences & Services | #200 of 263 |
| Criminal Justice Studies | #372 of 425 |
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | #548 of 638 |
| Criminal Justice Administration | #548 of 638 |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement & Firefighting | #580 of 678 |
Read the full AIC value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
American International College is ranked #69 out of #96 in Massachusetts for quality and #44 out of #85 for Massachusetts value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the AIC financial aid page to be sure.
American International College is ranked #2,444 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
American International College is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at AIC costs about $23,274. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $93,096 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $59,270 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $23,274 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $23,274 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $93,096 |
*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.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the AIC net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
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 AIC 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 | $237,080 | — | — |
| All Students | $93,096 | #2,444 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $93,096 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $237,080 | — | — |
| All Students | $93,096 | #44 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $93,096 | — | — |
*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 AIC shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $17,645 |
| $30K–$48K | $19,398 |
| $48K–$75K | $21,234 |
| $75K–$110K | $21,847 |
| Over $110K | $37,851 |
About 100% of AIC undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $33,238 per year. Get more details on the AIC 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 AIC net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.