California State University - Northridge's Value

Is California State University - Northridge Worth the Price?

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

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

California State University - Northridge'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 - Northridge in the #18 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in California.

Nationally, Priced Below Average for Educational Quality

California State University - Northridge's educational quality places it squarely in the middle tier of 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 lower cost results in a good value for the educational dollar, and earns California State University - Northridge a #394 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list.

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

Underpriced	Best	$100,563 - University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point $104,489 - Pacific Union College
	Good	$105,179 - Westfield State University $112,345 - California State University - Northridge $112,783 - Alaska Pacific University $116,911 - University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Average	Fair	$119,296 - Malone University $120,182 - The Evergreen State College
	Low
Overpriced	Poor	$139,278 - Drury University $142,010 - Baker University $146,976 - University of Nevada - Las Vegas

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Bottom Line: You'll Spend $112,345 for That Piece of Paper

On average, a bachelor's degree at California State University - Northridge will cost you about $112,345. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $22,305 per year and an average of 5.0 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$22,305
Average Years to Graduate	5.0
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$112,345

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 - Northridge. 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	$141,338	419	A-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$112,345	504	B
Only Students Receiving Aid	$101,069	448	B

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$103,197	5	B+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$74,204	4	B+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$62,929	5	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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