Compare the California University of Pennsylvania Value of an Education

Is California University of Pennsylvania Worth the Price?

Check out California University of Pennsylvania's educational value before you overpay!

Within Pennsylvania, California University of Pennsylvania is Considered a Lower Quality College at a Good Price.

California University of Pennsylvania'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 Pennsylvania. This lands California University of Pennsylvania in the #29 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in Pennsylvania.

Nationally, Priced Below Average for Educational Quality

California University of Pennsylvania'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 Cal U a #359 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list.

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

Underpriced	Best	$79,570 - Lyon College
	Good	$109,259 - California University of Pennsylvania $110,832 - University of Sioux Falls $115,846 - Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts $117,882 - Stephens College
Average	Fair
	Low	$135,626 - Centenary University $138,152 - University of Colorado at Colorado Springs $139,389 - Columbus College of Art and Design
Overpriced	Poor	$142,710 - University of Louisiana at Lafayette $145,049 - Vermont Technical College

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The Total Cost for Your Degree Will Be About $109,259

On average, a bachelor's degree at California University of Pennsylvania will cost you about $109,259. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $25,286 per year and an average of 4.3 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$25,286
Average Years to Graduate	4.3
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$109,259

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 University of Pennsylvania. 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	$127,266	262	A-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$109,259	448	B+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$98,683	424	B+

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$113,884	6	B+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$95,877	14	B+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$85,301	12	B+

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Pennsylvania.

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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Compare the California University of Pennsylvania Value of an Education

Is California University of Pennsylvania Worth the Price?

Within Pennsylvania, California University of Pennsylvania is Considered a Lower Quality College at a Good Price.

Nationally, Priced Below Average for Educational Quality

The Total Cost for Your Degree Will Be About $109,259

Value Varies Depending on Financial Circumstance

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