Cedar Crest College's Value

Is Cedar Crest Priced Well for its Value?

Will you be over or underpaying for your education? Find the value of an education from Cedar Crest below.

Within Pennsylvania, Cedar Crest College is Considered an Average Quality College at a Very Expensive Price.

Cedar Crest College's overall average net price combined with an average quality education, results in a poor value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in Pennsylvania. This lands Cedar Crest College in the #98 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in Pennsylvania.

Nationally, Good Overall School that is Very Overpriced

Cedar Crest College ranks in the top 40% nationwide for overall educational quality, however, it's also one of the most expensive. In a nationwide comparison, other colleges and universities delivering the same caliber of education as Cedar Crest cost much less. This has earned it a very low ranking of #1,298 on the Best Colleges for the Money list. The school earns good marks for quality, but is considerably overpriced. You can receive a comparable education elsewhere for a much better price.

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

Underpriced	Best	$91,067 - Eastern Illinois University $93,590 - University of Mary $109,772 - SUNY Fredonia $119,077 - Utah State University $123,092 - Centenary College of Louisiana
	Good	$129,220 - Central Michigan University
Average	Fair	$141,318 - Queens University of Charlotte
	Low	$151,161 - Webster University
Overpriced	Poor	$178,688 - Cedar Crest College $204,462 - Manhattan School of Music

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Bottom Line: You'll Spend About $178,688 for That Piece of Paper

On average, a bachelor's degree at Cedar Crest College will cost you about $178,688. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $40,866 per year and an average of 4.4 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$40,866
Average Years to Graduate	4.4
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$178,688

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.

Does this School Make Financial Sense to You?

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 Cedar Crest College. 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	$228,026	1,283	F+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$178,688	1,397	F+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$160,440	1,432	F

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$228,026	83	F+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$178,688	103	F
Only Students Receiving Aid	$160,440	106	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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Cedar Crest College's Value

Is Cedar Crest Priced Well for its Value?

Within Pennsylvania, Cedar Crest College is Considered an Average Quality College at a Very Expensive Price.

Nationally, Good Overall School that is Very Overpriced

Bottom Line: You'll Spend About $178,688 for That Piece of Paper

Does this School Make Financial Sense to You?

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