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 a Very Expensive Price.

Carlow University's overall average net price combined with a lower quality education, results in a poor value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in Pennsylvania. This lands Carlow University in the #91 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in Pennsylvania.

Nationally, This School is Overpriced for the Quality it Delivers

Carlow University's educational quality places it squarely in the middle tier of our nationwide Overall Best Colleges ranking. However, when compared to other schools that deliver the same caliber of education, the net price to attend Carlow is higher than it should be. This has earned it a low #1,067 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list. While this school earns average marks for quality, you can receive a comparable education elsewhere at a better price.

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

Underpriced	Best	$70,240 - Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary $96,912 - Columbia International University $109,512 - LaGrange College
	Good	$112,850 - Emory and Henry College $116,939 - Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
Average	Fair	$126,980 - Trinity International University - Illinois
	Low	$134,960 - Minnesota State University - Moorhead $135,336 - Carlow University $141,550 - Oklahoma Wesleyan University
Overpriced	Poor	$158,979 - Holy Names University $164,931 - Saint Joseph's College of Maine

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And the Grand Total Comes To About: $135,336

On average, a bachelor's degree at Carlow University will cost you about $135,336. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $31,344 per year and an average of 4.3 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$31,344
Average Years to Graduate	4.3
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$135,336

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	$186,469	946	D
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$135,336	896	D
Only Students Receiving Aid	$126,313	948	D-

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$186,469	56	D
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$135,336	63	F+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$126,313	66	F+

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.

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Carlow University Value of an Education

Is Carlow University a Good Educational Value for the Money?

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

Nationally, This School is Overpriced for the Quality it Delivers

And the Grand Total Comes To About: $135,336

Is it Worth it For You? Dollar Amount Varies

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