Clarkson University Value of an Education

Is Clarkson Priced Well for its Value?

Use the value of an education from Clarkson to understand if you'll be paying a fair price for your degree.

Within New York, Clarkson University is Considered a Very High Quality College at a Good Price.

Clarkson University's overall average net price combined with a very high quality education, results in a good value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in New York. This lands Clarkson University in the #30 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in New York.

Nationally, Good Price for a Great College.

Clarkson University provides a high quality education at a lower than average cost than other schools of similar quality. This results in a good value for the educational dollar, and earns Clarkson a #361 ranking on the Overall Best Colleges for the Money list.

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

Underpriced	Best	$137,627 - Beloit College $139,524 - Creighton University
	Good	$149,864 - Sewanee - The University of the South $154,268 - Stonehill College $155,272 - Clarkson University $155,644 - Mount Holyoke College $160,152 - Willamette University
Average	Fair	$179,536 - University of Denver $187,939 - Fairfield University
	Low	$208,022 - Reed College
Overpriced	Poor

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And the Grand Total Comes To: $155,272

On average, a bachelor's degree at Clarkson University will cost you about $155,272. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $36,024 per year and an average of 4.3 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$36,024
Average Years to Graduate	4.3
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$155,272

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 Clarkson 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	$275,930	1,464	D+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$155,272	1,186	B
Only Students Receiving Aid	$150,245	1,318	C+

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$275,930	106	D+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$155,272	77	B
Only Students Receiving Aid	$150,245	90	C+

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

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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