California College of the Arts Value of an Education

What is the Value of an Education from California College of the Arts?

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Within California, California College of the Arts is Considered an Average Quality College at a Very Expensive Price.

California College of the Arts' overall average net price combined with an average quality education, results in a poor value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in California. This lands California College of the Arts in the #80 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in California.

Nationally, Good Overall School that is Very Overpriced

California College of the Arts 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 California College of the Arts cost much less. This has earned it a very low ranking of #1,419 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 California College of the Arts compares to other similar quality colleges nationwide.

Underpriced	Best	$93,258 - Bethany Lutheran College $96,996 - Bryn Athyn College of the New Church $101,470 - University of Nebraska at Kearney
	Good	$122,995 - University of North Carolina at Asheville $125,325 - Benedictine College $127,484 - Central Washington University
Average	Fair	$135,480 - Minneapolis College of Art and Design
	Low	$152,488 - Saint Martin's University
Overpriced	Poor	$158,240 - Gwynedd Mercy University $218,668 - California College of the Arts $240,179 - School of Visual Arts

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And the Grand Total Comes To About: $218,668

On average, a bachelor's degree at California College of the Arts will cost you about $218,668. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $50,096 per year and an average of 4.4 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$50,096
Average Years to Graduate	4.4
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$218,668

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.

Is it Worth it For You? Dollar Amount Varies

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 California College of the Arts. 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	$283,315	1,525	F-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$218,668	1,560	F-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$194,758	1,571	F

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$283,315	87	F
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$218,668	95	F+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$194,758	96	F+

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

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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California College of the Arts Value of an Education

What is the Value of an Education from California College of the Arts?

Within California, California College of the Arts is Considered an Average Quality College at a Very Expensive Price.

Nationally, Good Overall School that is Very Overpriced

And the Grand Total Comes To About: $218,668

Is it Worth it For You? Dollar Amount Varies

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