California Lutheran University's Value

Is California Lutheran University Priced Well for its Value?

Will you be over or underpaying for your education? Find the value of an education from CLU below.

Within California, California Lutheran University is Considered a High Quality College at an Expensive Price.

California Lutheran University's overall average net price combined with a high quality education, results in a lower value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in California. This lands California Lutheran University in the #56 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in California.

Nationally, Fair Deal for a Top Notch School

California Lutheran University's educational quality places it among the top 20% best colleges and universities nationwide. The school's overall net price reflects that quality, earning it a middle-of-the-pack #821 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list. While you won't be paying considerably less than you would at colleges comparable to CLU in quality, you won't be overpaying either, making this school a fairly priced option.

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

Underpriced	Best	$130,621 - SUNY Maritime College $130,966 - University of Dallas
	Good	$136,298 - Pacific Lutheran University $139,819 - Ramapo College of New Jersey $141,629 - Bethel University Minnesota
Average	Fair	$152,511 - Point Loma Nazarene University $161,118 - California Lutheran University $162,853 - The University of Alabama $165,657 - University of Massachusetts - Lowell
	Low	$166,848 - University of Arizona
Overpriced	Poor

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Bottom Line: You'll Spend About $161,118 for That Piece of Paper

On average, a bachelor's degree at California Lutheran University will cost you about $161,118. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $38,853 per year and an average of 4.1 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$38,853
Average Years to Graduate	4.1
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$161,118

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 California Lutheran 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	$248,304	1,384	D+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$161,118	1,278	C-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$148,090	1,341	D+

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$248,304	66	D+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$161,118	63	D+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$148,090	64	D+

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.

Read the full methodology article for more.

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California Lutheran University's Value

Is California Lutheran University Priced Well for its Value?

Within California, California Lutheran University is Considered a High Quality College at an Expensive Price.

Nationally, Fair Deal for a Top Notch School

Bottom Line: You'll Spend About $161,118 for That Piece of Paper

Does this School Make Financial Sense to You?

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