Compare the Bluffton University Value of an Education

What is the Value of an Education from Bluffton University?

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Within Ohio, Bluffton University is Considered a Lower Quality College at a Very Expensive Price.

Bluffton University's overall average net price combined with a lower quality education, results in a poor value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in Ohio. This lands Bluffton University in the #52 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in Ohio.

Nationally, Overpriced School for a Below Average Education

Bluffton University's educational quality places it below average on our nationwide Overall Best Colleges ranking. However, when compared to other colleges and universities that deliver the same caliber of education, the net price to attend Bluffton is higher than it should be. This has earned it a very low #972 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list. While this school earns below average marks for quality, its pricing is more in-line with an above average school.

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

Underpriced	Best	$76,099 - Salish Kootenai College $88,776 - Ave Maria University $90,586 - Gallaudet University
	Good	$99,173 - Wilmington College $99,754 - Emporia State University $104,505 - LaGrange College
Average	Fair	$111,434 - Heidelberg University
	Low	$121,447 - Bluffton University
Overpriced	Poor	$154,627 - Neumann University $189,641 - Marymount Manhattan College $195,721 - Academy of Art University

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The Total Cost for Your Degree Will Be About $121,447

On average, a bachelor's degree at Bluffton University will cost you about $121,447. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $29,212 per year and an average of 4.2 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$29,212
Average Years to Graduate	4.2
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$121,447

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.

Value Varies Depending on Financial Circumstance

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 Bluffton 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	$191,894	984	F
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$121,447	668	D+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$111,841	684	D+

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$191,894	44	F+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$121,447	37	F+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$111,841	42	D-

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

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.

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What is the Value of an Education from Bluffton University?

Within Ohio, Bluffton University is Considered a Lower Quality College at a Very Expensive Price.

Nationally, Overpriced School for a Below Average Education

The Total Cost for Your Degree Will Be About $121,447

Value Varies Depending on Financial Circumstance

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