by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a CHC degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how CHC measures up.
CHC is ranked #2,773 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D+. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #142 of 168 for value.
Among the majors CHC offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Accounting / Finance | #45 of 48 |
| Exercise Physiology | #80 of 93 |
| General Human Services | #80 of 86 |
| Human Services | #80 of 86 |
| Public Administration | #80 of 86 |
| Physiology & Pathology Sciences | #94 of 110 |
| Criminal Justice | #258 of 280 |
| Teacher Education | #368 of 404 |
| Business Administration / Management | #414 of 457 |
| Organizational Leadership | #414 of 457 |
Below is the detailed CHC 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.
Chestnut Hill College is ranked #113 out of #181 in Pennsylvania for quality and #142 out of #168 for Pennsylvania value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the CHC financial aid page to be sure.
Chestnut Hill College is ranked #2,773 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Chestnut Hill College is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at CHC costs about $29,178. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $116,713 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $58,178 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $27,970 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $29,178 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $116,713 |
*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.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about CHC net price and the factors that affect it.
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 CHC 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 | $232,712 | — | — |
| All Students | $116,713 | #2,773 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $111,880 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $232,712 | — | — |
| All Students | $116,713 | #142 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $111,880 | — | — |
*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 CHC shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $29,262 |
| $30K–$48K | $27,217 |
| $48K–$75K | $27,238 |
| $75K–$110K | $32,638 |
| Over $110K | $33,080 |
About 96% of CHC undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $26,007 per year. Get more details on the CHC financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average CHC cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.