California State University - Monterey Bay Value of an Education

What is the Value of an Education from California State University - Monterey Bay?

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

Within California, California State University - Monterey Bay is Considered a Poor Quality College at a Good Price.

California State University - Monterey Bay's overall average net price combined with a poor quality education, results in a good value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in California. This lands California State University - Monterey Bay in the #20 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in California.

Nationally, What do You Get for This Low Price? Low Quality...

California State University - Monterey Bay's educational quality places it below average on our nationwide Overall Best Colleges ranking. However, students benefit from a below average net price when compared to other colleges and universities delivering similar educational quality nationwide. This combination of educational quality at a below average cost provides students with an inexpensive college option, and earns California State University - Monterey Bay a #528 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list.

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

Underpriced	Best	$89,603 - Maranatha Baptist Bible College
	Good	$106,132 - Morningside College $115,536 - Bryan College - Dayton $115,658 - California State University - Monterey Bay
Average	Fair	$116,568 - Ashland University $120,571 - Buffalo State
	Low	$124,397 - Multnomah University $125,326 - Crown College $130,816 - University of Memphis $132,211 - Daemen College
Overpriced	Poor	$150,537 - Delaware Valley University

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And the Grand Total Comes To: $115,658

On average, a bachelor's degree at California State University - Monterey Bay will cost you about $115,658. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $24,441 per year and an average of 4.7 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$24,441
Average Years to Graduate	4.7
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$115,658

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 - Monterey 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	$138,384	393	B+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$115,658	557	B-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$105,448	528	B-

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$102,582	4	B+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$79,857	7	B+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$69,647	6	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.

Read the full methodology article for more.

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