California State University - Channel Islands' Value

Is California State University - Channel Islands Worth the Price?

Will you be over or underpaying for your education? Find the value of an education from California State University - Channel Islands below.

Within California, California State University - Channel Islands is Considered an Average Quality College at a Good Price.

California State University - Channel Islands' overall average net price combined with an average quality education, results in a good value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in California. This lands California State University - Channel Islands in the #29 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in California.

Nationally, Good School, Bad Price

The quality of education you will receive at California State University - Channel Islands places it in the top 40% of all colleges and universities nationwide. However, when compared to other schools that deliver the same caliber of education, the net price to attend CSUCI is higher than it should be. This has earned it a low #1,002 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list. While this school earns good 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 State University - Channel Islands compares to other similar quality colleges nationwide.

Underpriced	Best	$111,116 - Alfred University
	Good	$126,809 - Randolph College
Average	Fair
	Low	$144,454 - Longwood University $145,034 - California State University - Channel Islands $145,189 - Central Connecticut State University $145,373 - Hood College $152,611 - Albright College
Overpriced	Poor	$166,937 - College of Notre Dame of Maryland $166,702 - Stevenson University

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Bottom Line: You'll Spend About $145,034 for That Piece of Paper

On average, a bachelor's degree at California State University - Channel Islands will cost you about $145,034. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $30,982 per year and an average of 4.7 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$30,982
Average Years to Graduate	4.7
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$145,034

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.

What are Residency Discounts?

You can take a look at our tuition and fees page to find out more.

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 State University - Channel Islands. 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	$171,129	773	B
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$145,034	1,069	D+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$133,310	1,081	D+

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$133,981	24	B+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$107,885	32	B
Only Students Receiving Aid	$96,161	36	B-

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 State University - Channel Islands' Value

Is California State University - Channel Islands Worth the Price?

Within California, California State University - Channel Islands is Considered an Average Quality College at a Good Price.

Nationally, Good School, Bad Price

Bottom Line: You'll Spend About $145,034 for That Piece of Paper

Does this School Make Financial Sense to You?

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