Is Austin College a Good School for the Money?
Austin College Value Report
What is an Austin College degree worth? College Factual's value analysis compares Austin College with other schools of similar quality to see if it's priced fairly.
Within Texas, Austin College Offers Good Quality at a Great Price.
Austin College is ranked #13 out of #85 in Texas for quality and #9 out of #67 for Texas value.
This makes it a good quality for a great value in the state.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Austin College financial aid page to be sure.
Very Good Value Nationwide
Austin College is ranked #61 out of 1,472 for value nationwide.
Based on the type of quality education Austin College provides, we expected it to be priced higher. We consider Austin College to be a great value, ranked #61 out of 1472 in College Factual's Best Colleges for the Money Ranking.
Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores
| School | Total Price | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|
| North Dakota State University - Main Campus | $106,038 | A+ |
| Austin College | $112,861 | A+ |
| Oklahoma City University | $125,118 | A |
| Howard University | $127,366 | A |
| Dordt College | $130,870 | A- |
| Gordon College | $135,118 | A- |
| Susquehanna University | $143,105 | B |
| The College of Saint Scholastica | $147,500 | B |
| Goucher College | $148,362 | B |
| San Diego State University | $160,683 | C |
| University of California - Merced | $165,066 | C- |
*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.
Bottom Line: You'll Spend an Estimated $112,861 For That Piece of Paper
The Austin College time to graduate is about 4.08 years and will cost an estimated $27,662 per year. This brings the total cost to 112,861.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Average Yearly Cost | $27,662 |
| Average Years to Graduate | 4.08 |
| Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree | $112,861 |
Many Factors Affect Net Price
Consider the average Austin College student takes 4.08 years to complete their degree. If you can complete your degree faster than that you will save money. This is just one way your Austin College degree may cost less than average.
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 Austin College value for your educational dollar might vary.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $230,753 | #805 | C |
| All Students | $112,861 | #61 | A+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $111,670 | #138 | A |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $230,753 | #39 | C- |
| All Students | $112,861 | #9 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $111,670 | #15 | B+ |
Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Texas.
About 100% of Austin College students receive financial aid. Get more details on what Austin College financial aid you may qualify for.
How to Calculate Value
College Factual calculates value by calculating average Austin College cost multiplied by time to graduate, and then compares that number to other schools of a 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 Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.
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College Factual's Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.
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