Carlow University Value of an Education

Is Carlow University a Good Educational Value for the Money?

Check out Carlow University's educational value before you overpay!

Within Pennsylvania, Carlow University is Considered a Lower Quality College at an Expensive Price.

Carlow University's overall average net price combined with a lower quality education, results in a lower value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in Pennsylvania. This lands Carlow University in the #68 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in Pennsylvania.

Nationally, Fairly Priced for the Educational Quality

Carlow University'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 #665 on the Best Colleges for the Money list. While you won't be paying considerably less than you would at colleges comparable to Carlow 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 Carlow University compares to other similar quality colleges nationwide.

Underpriced	Best	$92,260 - Florida College $94,712 - University of Jamestown $100,649 - University of Wisconsin - Whitewater
	Good	$113,235 - Wingate University $115,917 - Framingham State University $121,493 - University of North Carolina at Asheville
Average	Fair	$126,532 - Carlow University
	Low	$134,254 - Indiana Wesleyan University $135,766 - Walla Walla University $141,369 - Eastern University
Overpriced	Poor	$152,871 - Old Dominion University

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And the Grand Total Comes To: $126,532

On average, a bachelor's degree at Carlow University will cost you about $126,532. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $30,057 per year and an average of 4.2 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$30,057
Average Years to Graduate	4.2
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$126,532

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.

Is it Worth it For You? Dollar Amount Varies

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 Carlow University. 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	$175,334	821	C-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$126,532	751	C
Only Students Receiving Aid	$119,240	825	C-

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$175,334	38	C-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$126,532	44	D-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$119,240	46	D

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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