by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Dean College worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Dean College is ranked #2,834 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #64 of 85 for value.
Among the majors Dean College offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| General Dance | #75 of 91 |
| Dance | #75 of 92 |
| Performing Arts | #75 of 92 |
| Theater Arts | #244 of 274 |
| Physical Education | #251 of 264 |
| Drama & Theater Arts | #257 of 299 |
| Theater | #257 of 299 |
| Sports Management | #460 of 492 |
| Exercise Science | #518 of 547 |
| Visual & Performing Arts | #667 of 797 |
Below is the detailed Dean College value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Dean College is ranked #87 out of #96 in Massachusetts for quality and #64 out of #85 for Massachusetts value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Dean College financial aid page to be sure.
Dean College is ranked #2,834 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Dean College is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Dean College costs about $31,715. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $126,859 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $65,043 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $30,684 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $31,715 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $126,859 |
*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.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Dean College net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Dean College 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 | $260,172 | — | — |
| All Students | $126,859 | #2,834 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $122,736 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $260,172 | — | — |
| All Students | $126,859 | #64 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $122,736 | — | — |
*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 Dean College shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $26,727 |
| $30K–$48K | $23,546 |
| $48K–$75K | $28,970 |
| $75K–$110K | $32,261 |
| Over $110K | $32,868 |
About 97% of Dean College undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $32,714 per year. Get more details on the Dean College financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Dean College cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.