California State University - East Bay Value of an Education

Is California State University - East Bay a Good Educational Value for the Money?

Determine the value of an education from California State University - East Bay to understand if you'll be paying a fair price for your degree.

Within California, California State University - East Bay is Considered a Lower Quality College at an Expensive Price.

California State University - East Bay's overall average net price combined with a lower quality education, results in a lower value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in California. This lands California State University - East Bay in the #65 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in California.

Nationally, You May Not Get a Great Education, So At Least Try to Have Fun With No Money

California State University - East Bay's educational quality places it below average on our nationwide Overall Best Colleges ranking. However, when compared to other colleges and universities that deliver the same caliber of education, the net price to attend California State University - East Bay is much higher than it should be. This has earned it a very poor #1,354 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list. While this school earns below average marks for quality, its pricing is more in-line with an above average school, making this an overpriced option for the education it delivers.

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

Underpriced	Best	$75,940 - Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary
	Good	$107,735 - Eastern Michigan University $108,250 - University of Louisiana at Monroe
Average	Fair
	Low	$129,864 - Western Kentucky University $131,110 - Saint Peter's University $131,919 - Western Colorado University
Overpriced	Poor	$140,314 - Concordia University - Ann Arbor $142,180 - Idaho State University $151,462 - California State University - East Bay

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And the Grand Total Comes To About: $151,462

On average, a bachelor's degree at California State University - East Bay will cost you about $151,462. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $29,923 per year and an average of 5.1 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$29,923
Average Years to Graduate	5.1
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$151,462

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.

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 State University - East Bay. 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	$178,415	747	D-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$151,462	1,088	F
Only Students Receiving Aid	$135,633	1,041	F

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$137,921	21	C-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$110,969	32	D
Only Students Receiving Aid	$95,140	29	C-

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 - East Bay Value of an Education

Is California State University - East Bay a Good Educational Value for the Money?

Within California, California State University - East Bay is Considered a Lower Quality College at an Expensive Price.

Nationally, You May Not Get a Great Education, So At Least Try to Have Fun With No Money

And the Grand Total Comes To About: $151,462

Is it Worth it For You? Dollar Amount Varies

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