California State University - Fullerton Value of an Education

Is California State University - Fullerton Priced Well for its Value?

Check out California State University - Fullerton's educational value before you overpay!

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

California State University - Fullerton's 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 - Fullerton in the #26 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 - Fullerton 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 Cal State Fullerton is higher than it should be. This has earned it a low #1,028 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 - Fullerton compares to other similar quality colleges nationwide.

Underpriced	Best	$101,339 - Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania $107,564 - St. John's College $117,120 - St. Bonaventure University
	Good	$127,511 - Ball State University $132,945 - Ohio University - Main Campus
Average	Fair	$137,442 - Norwich University
	Low	$148,792 - CUNY City College $149,474 - California State University - Fullerton $162,259 - Marymount University
Overpriced	Poor

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And the Grand Total Comes To About: $149,474

On average, a bachelor's degree at California State University - Fullerton will cost you about $149,474. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $30,295 per year and an average of 4.9 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$30,295
Average Years to Graduate	4.9
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$149,474

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 - Fullerton. 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	$174,733	820	B
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$149,474	1,138	D
Only Students Receiving Aid	$135,266	1,129	D+

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$134,905	25	B+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$109,647	35	B
Only Students Receiving Aid	$95,438	35	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 - Fullerton Value of an Education

Is California State University - Fullerton Priced Well for its Value?

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

Nationally, Good School, Bad Price

And the Grand Total Comes To About: $149,474

Is it Worth it For You? Dollar Amount Varies

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