by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Bellarmine U worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Bellarmine U is ranked #2,209 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Kentucky, it ranks #42 of 50 for value.
Among the majors Bellarmine U offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | #22 of 25 |
| Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist | #55 of 65 |
| Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist | #62 of 69 |
| Allied Health Professions | #145 of 187 |
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education & Teaching | #205 of 252 |
| Teacher Education | #205 of 252 |
| Speech Communication | #289 of 396 |
| Secondary Education | #309 of 404 |
| Accounting / Finance | #340 of 494 |
| Finance | #340 of 494 |
Read the full Bellarmine U value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Bellarmine University is ranked #6 out of #54 in Kentucky for quality and #42 out of #50 for Kentucky value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Bellarmine U financial aid page to be sure.
Bellarmine University is ranked #2,209 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Bellarmine University 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 Bellarmine U costs about $22,719. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $90,876 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $62,166 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $21,499 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $22,719 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $90,876 |
*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 Bellarmine U net price and the factors that affect it.
What Bellarmine U costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Bellarmine U 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 | $248,664 | — | — |
| All Students | $90,876 | #2,209 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $85,996 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $248,664 | — | — |
| All Students | $90,876 | #42 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $85,996 | — | — |
*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 Bellarmine U shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $18,542 |
| $30K–$48K | $18,905 |
| $48K–$75K | $20,870 |
| $75K–$110K | $25,093 |
| Over $110K | $29,302 |
About 97% of Bellarmine U undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $36,123 per year. Get more details on the Bellarmine U financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Bellarmine U 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.