Cornerstone University Value of an Education

Is Cornerstone University Priced Well for its Value?

Will you be over or underpaying for your education? Find the educational value of an education from Cornerstone University below.

Within Michigan, Cornerstone University is Considered a Lower Quality College at an Average Price.

Cornerstone University's overall average net price combined with a lower quality education, results in an average value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in Michigan. This lands Cornerstone University in the #20 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in Michigan.

Nationally, What do You Get for This Low Price? Low Quality...

Cornerstone University's educational quality places it below average on our nationwide Overall Best Colleges ranking. However, students benefit from a below average net price when compared to other colleges and universities delivering similar educational quality nationwide. This combination of educational quality at a below average cost provides students with an inexpensive college option, and earns Cornerstone a #277 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list.

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

Underpriced	Best	$67,104 - LaGrange College $97,069 - Central Methodist University - College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
	Good	$99,082 - Dakota State University $99,031 - Cornerstone University
Average	Fair	$120,633 - Murray State University
	Low	$129,318 - Virginia Wesleyan College $129,885 - CUNY Lehman College $132,907 - Tennessee Technological University
Overpriced	Poor	$136,805 - Indiana University of Pennsylvania - Main Campus $142,950 - Prescott College $152,401 - Concordia University - Wisconsin

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And the Grand Total Comes To: $99,031

On average, a bachelor's degree at Cornerstone University will cost you about $99,031. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $22,672 per year and an average of 4.4 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$22,672
Average Years to Graduate	4.4
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$99,031

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 Cornerstone 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	$172,794	796	D-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$99,031	308	B+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$88,009	263	B+

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$172,794	29	F+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$99,031	15	C-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$88,009	15	C

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

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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