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Dartmouth College Value of an Education

Is Dartmouth a Good Educational Value for the Money?

Check out Dartmouth College's educational value before you overpay!

On this Page You'll Find:

  • State Ranking of Dartmouth College
  • Price vs. Value Comparison
  • Estimated Degree Cost
  • Breakdown of Financial Aid
  • Value Calculation Methodology

Within New Hampshire, Dartmouth College is Considered a Very High Quality College at an Average Price.

Dartmouth College's overall average net price combined with a very high quality education, results in an average value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in New Hampshire. This lands Dartmouth College in the #5 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in New Hampshire.

Nationally, Fair Deal for a Top Notch School

Dartmouth College's educational quality places it among the top 20% best colleges and universities nationwide. The school's overall net price reflects that quality, earning it a middle-of-the-pack #628 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list. While you won't be paying considerably less than you would at colleges comparable to Dartmouth in quality, you won't be overpaying either, making this school a fairly priced option.

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

UnderpricedBest
    Good
    • $180,888 - Stanford University
    • $188,814 - Yale University
    • $190,074 - Williams College
    • $190,675 - University of Notre Dame
    AverageFair
    • $198,626 - Dartmouth College
    • $208,381 - Harvard University
    • $212,484 - Harvey Mudd College
    • $212,524 - University of Chicago
    • $212,562 - Cornell University
    • $216,115 - Brown University
    • $216,132 - Northwestern University
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        And the Grand Total Comes To About: $198,626

        On average, a bachelor's degree at Dartmouth College will cost you about $198,626. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $48,440 per year and an average of 4.1 years to graduate.

         Amount
        Average Yearly Cost$48,440
        Average Years to Graduate4.1
        Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree$198,626

        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 Dartmouth College. Now compare this value metric for each college you are interested in.

        Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Total Degree CostAffordability RankValue Grade
        Students Receiving no Aid$292,8131,548C
        All Students (With and Without Aid)$198,6261,494C+
        Only Students Receiving Aid$118,394838A+
        In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Total Degree CostAffordability RankValue Grade
        Students Receiving no Aid$292,81313C+
        All Students (With and Without Aid)$198,62612C+
        Only Students Receiving Aid$118,3947A-

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

        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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