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 #84 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 #905 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	$103,618 - Christian Brothers University
	Good	$115,933 - Kutztown University of Pennsylvania $120,335 - Georgia Southern University $120,315 - Framingham State University $120,748 - Purchase College
Average	Fair
	Low	$130,331 - Carlow University $138,007 - Eastern Connecticut State University
Overpriced	Poor	$150,458 - University of Nevada - Las Vegas $154,725 - Southern Connecticut State University $171,098 - Curry College

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And the Grand Total Comes To About: $130,331

On average, a bachelor's degree at Carlow University will cost you about $130,331. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $30,281 per year and an average of 4.3 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$30,281
Average Years to Graduate	4.3
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$130,331

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	$185,873	929	D+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$130,331	859	D+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$120,529	885	D+

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$185,873	56	D
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$130,331	62	D-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$120,529	61	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.

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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 an Expensive Price.

Nationally, This School is Overpriced for the Quality it Delivers

And the Grand Total Comes To About: $130,331

Is it Worth it For You? Dollar Amount Varies

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