Central College Value of an Education

Is Central Priced Well for its Value?

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

Within Iowa, Central College is Considered a High Quality College at a Good Price.

Central College's overall average net price combined with a high quality education, results in a good value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in Iowa. This lands Central College in the #7 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in Iowa.

Nationally, Good School + Low Cost = Great Value

Central College's quality of education, combined with its overall low net price, delivers students a good value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities nationwide of similar quality. This earned Central a ranking of #62 on the Best Colleges for the Money list, placing it in the top 20% overall.

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

Underpriced	Best	$113,258 - Houghton College $115,020 - SUNY Geneseo $117,545 - Central College $133,549 - Calvin College
	Good	$145,385 - University of Kansas $147,647 - Whitworth University
Average	Fair	$151,140 - Mills College $152,982 - Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College $162,706 - Rutgers University - Newark
	Low	$174,662 - Molloy College
Overpriced	Poor

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And the Grand Total Comes To: $117,545

On average, a bachelor's degree at Central College will cost you about $117,545. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $28,613 per year and an average of 4.1 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$28,613
Average Years to Graduate	4.1
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$117,545

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 Central 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	$202,176	1,083	B
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$117,545	583	A+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$112,143	661	A

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$202,176	24	B-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$117,545	16	B+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$112,143	18	B

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Iowa.

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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Central College Value of an Education

Is Central Priced Well for its Value?

Within Iowa, Central College is Considered a High Quality College at a Good Price.

Nationally, Good School + Low Cost = Great Value

And the Grand Total Comes To: $117,545

Is it Worth it For You? Dollar Amount Varies

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