Is Hard Work U a Good School for the Money?
College of the Ozarks Value Report
Is Hard Work U worth the money? Read College Factual's annual Hard Work U value report to determine if the school is priced fairly for the quality of education they provide.
Within Missouri, Hard Work U Offers Good Quality at a Great Price.
College of the Ozarks is ranked #10 out of #46 in Missouri for quality and #2 out of #41 for Missouri value.
This makes it a good quality for a great value in the state.
Find out if Hard Work U offers in-state tuition that you may qualify for.
Very Good Value Nationwide
College of the Ozarks is ranked #12 out of 1,472 for value nationwide.
Based on the type of quality education College of the Ozarks provides, we expected it to be priced higher. We consider Hard Work U to be a great value, ranked #12 out of 1472 in College Factual's Best Colleges for the Money Ranking.
Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores
| School | Total Price | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|
| College of the Ozarks | $58,001 | A+ |
| Winona State University | $108,022 | A+ |
| SUNY Polytechnic Institute | $110,176 | A |
| SUNY Maritime College | $133,879 | B+ |
| Chatham University | $145,377 | C+ |
| Towson University | $146,731 | C+ |
| Carthage College | $148,170 | C |
| Pennsylvania State University - Harrisburg | $162,672 | D |
| Monmouth University | $170,728 | D |
| University of Washington - Bothell Campus | $178,511 | D- |
*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.
Bottom Line: You'll Spend an Estimated $58,001 For That Piece of Paper
The average Hard Work U student's degree will cost an estimated $58,001. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $13,777 and a typical 4.21 years to graduate.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Average Yearly Cost | $13,777 |
| Average Years to Graduate | 4.21 |
| Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree | $58,001 |
Many Factors Affect Net Price
There are many ways you can lower the cost of a college education. Consider taking advantage of in-state tuition, or shortening the length of your degree by taking summer classes. Learn more about Hard Work U cost for other factors that may affect net price such as the financial aid you qualify for that is largely based on your family's income.
Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?
Net price can vary based on your unique situation.
Look at the table below to get a sense of how Hard Work U value for your educational dollar might vary.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $129,516 | #28 | A+ |
| All Students | $58,001 | #12 | A+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $58,001 | #18 | A+ |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $129,516 | #6 | A |
| All Students | $58,001 | #2 | A+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $58,001 | #3 | A |
Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Missouri.
About 100% of Hard Work U students receive financial aid. Get more details on what Hard Work U financial aid you may qualify for.
How to Calculate Value
College Factual calculates average total cost by multiplying net price by time to graduation. We then compare the average total cost to other schools of a similar quality to determine value. 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 Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.
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College Factual's Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.
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