Compare the California State University - San Bernardino Value of an Education

Is Cal State San Bernardino a Good Educational Value for the Money?

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

Within California, California State University - San Bernardino is Considered a Lower Quality College at a Good Price.

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

Nationally, Fairly Priced for the Educational Quality

California State University - San Bernardino's educational quality places it squarely in the middle tier of our nationwide Best Colleges ranking. The school's overall net price reflects that quality, earning it an average ranking of #669 on the Best Colleges for the Money list. While you won't be paying considerably less than you would at colleges comparable to Cal State San Bernardino in quality, you won't be overpaying either, making this school a fairly priced option.

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

Underpriced	Best	$91,553 - Freed - Hardeman University
	Good	$113,490 - Adventist University of Health Sciences $118,378 - University of South Florida - St. Petersburg Campus $120,648 - Purchase College
Average	Fair	$126,053 - California State University - San Bernardino $127,217 - Salem State University $128,333 - McKendree University
	Low	$134,027 - University of New Mexico - Main Campus $139,708 - Morehouse College
Overpriced	Poor

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The Total Cost for Your Degree Will Be About $126,053

On average, a bachelor's degree at California State University - San Bernardino will cost you about $126,053. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $25,327 per year and an average of 5.0 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$25,327
Average Years to Graduate	5.0
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$126,053

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.

Value Varies Depending on Financial Circumstance

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 - San Bernardino. 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	$160,386	639	B
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$126,053	717	C+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$117,470	737	C

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$120,677	10	B
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$86,344	10	B+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$77,761	13	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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Compare the California State University - San Bernardino Value of an Education

Is Cal State San Bernardino a Good Educational Value for the Money?

Within California, California State University - San Bernardino is Considered a Lower Quality College at a Good Price.

Nationally, Fairly Priced for the Educational Quality

The Total Cost for Your Degree Will Be About $126,053

Value Varies Depending on Financial Circumstance

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