Bellarmine University's Value

Is Bellarmine U a Good Educational Value for the Money?

Check out Bellarmine University's educational value before you overpay!

Within Kentucky, Bellarmine University is Considered a Very High Quality College at an Expensive Price.

Bellarmine University's overall average net price combined with a very high quality education, results in a lower value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in Kentucky. This lands Bellarmine University in the #16 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in Kentucky.

Nationally, Good School, Bad Price

The quality of education you will receive at Bellarmine University places it in the top 40% of all colleges and universities nationwide. However, when compared to other schools that deliver the same caliber of education, the net price to attend Bellarmine U is higher than it should be. This has earned it a low #831 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list. While this school earns good marks for quality, you can receive a comparable education elsewhere at a better price.

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

Underpriced	Best	$97,878 - University of Wisconsin - La Crosse $114,467 - The College at Brockport $122,383 - Simpson College $127,462 - Oklahoma State University - Main Campus
	Good	$133,234 - CUNY Queens College $136,008 - The College of Saint Rose
Average	Fair	$143,529 - Montclair State University
	Low	$151,139 - Bellarmine University $161,697 - Merrimack College $171,060 - Philadelphia University
Overpriced	Poor	$213,859 - California College of the Arts

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Bottom Line: You'll Spend $151,139 for That Piece of Paper

On average, a bachelor's degree at Bellarmine University will cost you about $151,139. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $35,412 per year and an average of 4.3 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$35,412
Average Years to Graduate	4.3
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$151,139

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.

Does this School Make Financial Sense to You?

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 Bellarmine 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	$244,958	1,343	F+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$151,139	1,146	D+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$141,860	1,217	D

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$244,958	28	C-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$151,139	28	D+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$141,860	28	D+

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Kentucky.

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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