Is Cal U a Good School for the Money?
California University of Pennsylvania Value Report
College Factual's Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Cal U degree with its cost to determine if the school is asking a fair price. Read the Cal U annual value report below.
Within Pennsylvania, Cal U is Ranked as Below Average in Quality for a Good Price.
California University of Pennsylvania is ranked #86 out of #123 in Pennsylvania for quality and #24 out of #111 for Pennsylvania value.
This makes it below average in quality but priced pretty well in the state.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Cal U financial aid page to be sure.
Above Average Value Nationwide
California University of Pennsylvania is ranked #336 out of 1,472 for value nationwide.
California University of Pennsylvania is priced well for the kind of quality education they provide and thus has earned a good price recognition from College Factual's analysis.
Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores
School | Total Price | Value Grade |
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Johnson University | $87,805 | A |
Pittsburg State University | $101,918 | A- |
Catawba College | $103,451 | A- |
California University of Pennsylvania | $110,819 | B+ |
University of Pittsburgh - Bradford | $120,917 | B- |
Touro College | $125,143 | C |
Lancaster Bible College | $133,934 | D |
Johnson & Wales University - Providence | $152,913 | F |
Boise State University | $160,829 | F |
*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.
Bottom Line: You'll Spend an Estimated $110,819 For That Piece of Paper
On average, a bachelor's degree from Cal U will cost you about $110,819. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $25,953 and a typical 4.27 years to graduate.
Amount | |
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Average Yearly Cost | $25,953 |
Average Years to Graduate | 4.27 |
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree | $110,819 |
Many Factors Affect Net Price
Depending on your personal circumstances, your net price may be well below the average Cal U net price, which could make this school a better value. You may quality for more financial aid, or be able to complete your degree faster than average. Get more details on Cal U cost.
Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?
Net price can vary based on your unique situation.
Look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Cal U.
Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
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Students with no Aid | $129,778 | #191 | A |
All Students | $110,819 | #336 | B+ |
Only Students Receiving Aid | $101,485 | #378 | B |
In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
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Students with no Aid | $116,221 | #15 | A |
All Students | $97,266 | #24 | B+ |
Only Students Receiving Aid | $87,928 | #31 | B |
Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Pennsylvania.
About 97% of Cal U students receive financial aid. Get more details on what Cal U financial aid you may qualify for.
How to Calculate Value
College Factual calculates value by calculating average Cal U cost multiplied by time to graduate, and then compares that number to other schools of a 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 Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.
References
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College Factual's Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.