The Value of an Education from Belmont

Is Belmont University Priced Well for its Value?

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

The Importance of Educational Value

Understanding the value of your education can mean the difference between overpaying or getting a fair price for your degree fromBelmont

Within Tennessee, Belmont University is Considered a Very High Quality College at a Very Expensive Price.

Belmont University's overall average net price combined with a very high quality education, results in a poor value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in Tennessee. This lands Belmont University in the #28 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in Tennessee.

Nationally, Good Overall School that is Very Overpriced

Belmont University ranks in the top 40% nationwide for overall educational quality, however, it's also one of the most expensive. In a nationwide comparison, other colleges and universities delivering the same caliber of education as Belmont cost much less. This has earned it a very low ranking of #969 on the Best Colleges for the Money list. The school earns good marks for quality, but is considerably overpriced. You can receive a comparable education elsewhere for a much better price.

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

Underpriced	Best	$111,839 - Carroll College $118,103 - Northwestern College Minnesota $123,334 - Saint Francis University
	Good	$126,843 - Meredith College $132,174 - Towson University $133,429 - Randolph - Macon College
Average	Fair
	Low	$147,812 - Moravian College and Moravian Theological Seminary $162,324 - Eckerd College
Overpriced	Poor	$168,820 - Belmont University $177,442 - Virginia Commonwealth University $190,352 - St John's University - New York

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Bottom Line: You'll Spend $168,820 for That Piece of Paper

On average, a bachelor's degree at Belmont University will cost you about $168,820. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $40,084 per year and an average of 4.2 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$40,084
Average Years to Graduate	4.2
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$168,820

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'. However, 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 Belmont 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	$198,455	935	C-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$168,820	1,131	F+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$151,415	1,172	F+

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$198,455	29	C+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$168,820	34	F+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$151,415	33	F+

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

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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The Value of an Education from Belmont

Is Belmont University Priced Well for its Value?

The Importance of Educational Value

Within Tennessee, Belmont University is Considered a Very High Quality College at a Very Expensive Price.

Nationally, Good Overall School that is Very Overpriced

Bottom Line: You'll Spend $168,820 for That Piece of Paper

Does this School Make Financial Sense to You?

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