Is AUM a Good School for the Money?
Auburn University at Montgomery Value Report
College Factual set out to determine if AUM is asking a fair price for the quality of education they provide. Keep reading for the detailed value report.
Within Alabama, AUM Offers Average Quality for a Fair Price.
Auburn University at Montgomery is ranked #17 out of #30 in Alabama for quality and #11 out of #25 for Alabama value.
This makes it average quality for a fair price in the state.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the AUM financial aid page to be sure.
Below Average Value Nationwide
Auburn University at Montgomery is ranked #899 out of 1,472 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, we believe Auburn University at Montgomery is overpriced for the quality education it provides. (This takes into account average financial aid and may not apply to you if you have further scholarships, grant or aid provided to you.)
Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores
School | Total Price | Value Grade |
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Gods Bible School and College | $62,940 | B |
Mayville State University | $88,118 | B- |
McNeese State University | $98,184 | C |
Rosemont College | $100,339 | C |
Auburn University at Montgomery | $106,974 | D+ |
Kansas Wesleyan University | $109,276 | D |
Texas A&M University - Texarkana | $111,742 | D |
Columbus State University | $118,687 | D- |
Tabor College | $127,663 | F |
*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.
That Degree May Cost You $106,974 in Total
The AUM time to graduate is about 4.84 years and will cost an estimated $22,102 per year. This brings the total cost to 106,974.
Amount | |
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Average Yearly Cost | $22,102 |
Average Years to Graduate | 4.84 |
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree | $106,974 |
Many Factors Affect Net Price
Depending on your personal circumstances, your net price may be well below the average AUM net price, which could make this school a better value. You may quality for more financial aid, or be able to complete your degree faster than average. Get more details on AUM cost.
Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?
Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into averages.
Look at the table below to get a sense of how AUM value for your educational dollar might vary.
Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
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Students with no Aid | $132,906 | #697 | C |
All Students | $106,974 | #899 | D+ |
Only Students Receiving Aid | $96,887 | #807 | C |
In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
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Students with no Aid | $99,946 | #12 | C |
All Students | $74,013 | #11 | C+ |
Only Students Receiving Aid | $63,927 | #10 | B- |
Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Alabama.
About 96% of AUM students receive financial aid. Get more details on what AUM financial aid you may qualify for.
How to Calculate Value
College Factual calculates average total cost by multiplying net price by time to graduation. We then compare the average total cost to other schools of a similar quality to determine value. 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 Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.
References
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College Factual's Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.