by our College Data Analytics TeamIs COD worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
COD is ranked #88 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B (above average for value). Within Illinois, it ranks #13 of 112 for value.
Read the full COD value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
College of DuPage is ranked #36 out of #129 in Illinois for quality and #13 out of #112 for Illinois value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the COD financial aid page to be sure.
College of DuPage is ranked #88 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
College of DuPage is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at COD costs about $12,140. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $48,561 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $15,572 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $7,401 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $12,140 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $48,561 |
*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 COD net price and the factors that affect it.
What COD costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a COD 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 | $62,288 | — | — |
| All Students | $48,561 | #88 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $29,604 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $62,288 | — | — |
| All Students | $48,561 | #13 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $29,604 | — | — |
*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 COD shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $3,576 |
| $30K–$48K | $3,776 |
| $48K–$75K | $7,500 |
| $75K–$110K | $11,927 |
| Over $110K | $12,534 |
About 42% of COD undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $7,841 per year. Get more details on the COD 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 COD net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.