by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Chadron State College worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Chadron State College is ranked #1,140 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A+ (top 5% for value). Within Nebraska, it ranks #8 of 28 for value.
These Chadron State College majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies | #3 of 5 |
| Athletic Training | #3 of 5 |
| Range Science & Management | #4 of 15 |
| Family & Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education | #10 of 47 |
| Teacher Education | #10 of 47 |
| Business Education | #11 of 55 |
| Social Science Teacher Education | #13 of 74 |
| Plant Sciences | #17 of 61 |
| Agriculture | #17 of 61 |
| Other Corrections & Criminal Justice | #22 of 63 |
Below is the detailed Chadron State College value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Chadron State College is ranked #21 out of #30 in Nebraska for quality and #8 out of #28 for Nebraska value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Chadron State College financial aid page to be sure.
Chadron State College is ranked #1,140 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Compared to its peers, Chadron State College is underpriced for the quality of education it provides, earning it a great value recognition.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Chadron State College costs about $13,698. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $54,792 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $21,388 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $12,549 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $13,698 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $54,792 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Chadron State College net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Chadron State College degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $85,552 | — | — |
| All Students | $54,792 | #1,140 | A+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $50,196 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $85,552 | — | — |
| All Students | $54,792 | #8 | B+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $50,196 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Chadron State College shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $10,639 |
| $30K–$48K | $10,954 |
| $48K–$75K | $13,550 |
| $75K–$110K | $15,009 |
| Over $110K | $15,418 |
About 87% of Chadron State College undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $8,337 per year. Get more details on the Chadron State College financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Chadron State College net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.