by our College Data Analytics TeamIs CLU worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
CLU is ranked #2,447 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B+ (above average for value). Within California, it ranks #177 of 304 for value.
These CLU majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Communications / Public Relations | #14 of 27 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #21 of 29 |
| Intermedia/Multimedia | #23 of 34 |
| Music Technology | #43 of 65 |
| Film & Video Production | #76 of 120 |
| General Information Science | #110 of 124 |
| Information Systems | #110 of 124 |
| Information Science | #110 of 124 |
| Criminology | #110 of 144 |
| Public Relations & Advertising | #128 of 191 |
Read the full CLU value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
California Lutheran University is ranked #43 out of #346 in California for quality and #177 out of #304 for California value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the CLU financial aid page to be sure.
California Lutheran University is ranked #2,447 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
California Lutheran University is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at CLU costs about $31,265. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $125,058 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $68,629 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $30,109 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $31,265 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $125,058 |
*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.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the CLU net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a CLU 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 | $274,516 | — | — |
| All Students | $125,058 | #2,447 | B+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $120,436 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $274,516 | — | — |
| All Students | $125,058 | #177 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $120,436 | — | — |
*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 CLU shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $17,414 |
| $30K–$48K | $18,518 |
| $48K–$75K | $23,759 |
| $75K–$110K | $23,547 |
| Over $110K | $32,409 |
About 97% of CLU undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $31,632 per year. Get more details on the CLU financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the CLU net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.