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 #59 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in California.

Nationally, Great School with a High Price

The quality of education you will receive at California Lutheran University places it among the best in the country. However, when compared to other colleges and universities nationwide that deliver the same caliber of education, the net price to attend CLU is higher than it should be. This has earned it a low #980 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list. While this school earns high marks for quality, you can receive a comparable education elsewhere at a better price.

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

Underpriced	Best	$84,174 - Truman State University $119,039 - Augustana University $119,941 - Illinois State University $128,400 - Messiah College $128,522 - University at Albany
	Good	$147,850 - Western New England University $149,636 - CUNY Bernard M Baruch College
Average	Fair	$159,947 - Union University
	Low	$175,223 - California Lutheran University $176,719 - Spelman College
Overpriced	Poor

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Bottom Line: You'll Spend About $175,223 for That Piece of Paper

On average, a bachelor's degree at California Lutheran University will cost you about $175,223. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $42,858 per year and an average of 4.1 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$42,858
Average Years to Graduate	4.1
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$175,223

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	$244,807	1,380	D+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$175,223	1,375	D+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$163,896	1,460	D

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$244,807	66	D+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$175,223	68	D+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$163,896	76	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.

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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, Great School with a High Price

Bottom Line: You'll Spend About $175,223 for That Piece of Paper

Does this School Make Financial Sense to You?

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