by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Converse degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Converse measures up.
Converse is ranked #1,912 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B (above average for value). Within South Carolina, it ranks #33 of 61 for value.
Among the majors Converse offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Art Studies | #228 of 292 |
| Fine & Studio Arts | #331 of 499 |
| Fine Arts | #331 of 499 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #442 of 797 |
| General Psychology | #616 of 1,068 |
| Psychology | #616 of 1,068 |
| General Business Administration and Management | #718 of 1,232 |
| Business Administration & Management | #731 of 1,251 |
Read the full Converse value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Converse University is ranked #32 out of #62 in South Carolina for quality and #33 out of #61 for South Carolina value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Converse financial aid page to be sure.
Converse University is ranked #1,912 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Converse University 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 Converse costs about $23,570. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $94,280 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $37,636 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $23,283 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $23,570 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $94,280 |
*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 Converse net price and the factors that affect it.
What Converse 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 Converse 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 | $150,544 | — | — |
| All Students | $94,280 | #1,912 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $93,132 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $150,544 | — | — |
| All Students | $94,280 | #33 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $93,132 | — | — |
*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 Converse shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $16,427 |
| $30K–$48K | $17,984 |
| $48K–$75K | $18,624 |
| $75K–$110K | $20,988 |
| Over $110K | $23,303 |
About 98% of Converse undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $18,066 per year. Get more details on the Converse 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 Converse net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.