by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Capella University degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Capella University measures up.
Capella University is ranked #1,662 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B (above average for value). Within Minnesota, it ranks #44 of 69 for value.
These Capella University majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Data Management | #3 of 4 |
| Computer Science / Programming | #4 of 9 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #9 of 13 |
| Information Systems | #33 of 54 |
| Healthcare Administration / Management | #47 of 68 |
| Business Administration / Management | #68 of 151 |
| Human Resources | #77 of 138 |
| Public Health | #119 of 206 |
| Accounting / Finance | #254 of 494 |
| Marketing | #280 of 534 |
Read the full Capella University value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Capella University is ranked #44 out of #69 for Minnesota value.
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Capella University is ranked #1,662 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Capella University is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Capella University costs about $20,826. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $83,303 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $22,820 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $17,956 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $20,826 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $83,303 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Capella University net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Capella University degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $91,280 | — | — |
| All Students | $83,303 | #1,662 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $71,824 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $91,280 | — | — |
| All Students | $83,303 | #44 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $71,824 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Capella University shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $17,901 |
| $30K–$48K | $17,057 |
| $48K–$75K | $20,489 |
| $75K–$110K | $22,029 |
About 41% of Capella University undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $3,945 per year. Get more details on the Capella University financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Capella University cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.